Oxy produces, markets and transports oil and natural gas to maximize value and provide resources fundamental to life. The company leverages its global leadership in carbon management to advance lower-carbon technologies and products. Headquartered in Houston, Oxy primarily operates in the United States, Middle East and North Africa. To learn more, visit Oxy

Oxy strives to attract and retain talented employees by investing in their professional development and providing rewarding opportunities for personal growth. Our goal is to meet the highest employer standards by ensuring the health and safety of our employees, protecting the environment and positively impacting our communities where we do business.

The Automation Specialist primary responsibility will be focused on PLC integration working in the Automation Construction and Commissioning Team. The duties in the role include creating and validating PLC programming from engineered designs in Oil and Gas facilities. This role will also be accountable for the successful execution of automation projects working with production operations and engineering departments to support the efficient production of oil and gas, following company and industry standards.

We are looking for an experienced and motivated individual to fill the position of Automation Specialist in Carlsbad, NM.  

Experience/Requirements:  

• Minimum 3 years working experience in Oil and Gas as an automation technician maintaining field well pads/facilities automation control systems and devices preferred 

• Must have valid driver’s license and exceptional driving record 

 

Roles and Responsibilities: 

• All aspects of facility commissioning with focus on automation control systems 

• Automation Commissioning of facilities following engineered designs using engineering documentation 

• Communicate with Automation Engineering and Facilities Engineering regarding design issues and redline documents as necessary for final as-built documentation 

• Deliver scheduled projects on time 

• Communicate project status and report to key stakeholders for planning efficiencies and delivery dates  

• Participate in the design of automation PLC programs and Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs) for well pads and facilities  

• Program PLCs and HMIs to comply with engineering documentation with emphasis on Allen Bradley PLCs and Compact Logix control systems  

• Troubleshoot complex PLC programs, RTUs, and HMIs 

• Troubleshoot and resolve Process Control, Control Network, and Instrumentation issues 

• Skillful at learning and applying diverse automation software application tools 

• Communicate with external and internal stakeholders as needed 

• Enforce management of change (MOCs) and monitor tasks for compliance 

• Assist in evaluation of new Oil and Gas production/automation technologies 

• Work with IT and Automation Engineering in maintaining automation standards  

• Provide training and knowledge sharing with automation support personnel and production operations 

• Make recommendations on automation improvements, best practices, maintenance and standardization of PLC and Operator interface systems 

• Stay current on certification and training requirements 

• Work weekends and support after hour call outs   

 

Professional/Technical Knowledge:  

• Knowledge of RTUs. and PLCs. Understanding of digital and analog I/O, programming, and troubleshooting. 

• Strong knowledge of automation and electrical design principles and industry standards. 

• Understanding of Pre-Start Safety Review process (PSSR)s and Management of Change (MOCs). 

• Understanding of Oil and Gas production facility processes and control systems  

• Proficient in use of engineering documents such as Process and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), Cause & Effects (C&Es), Control Narratives, Wiring Diagrams, etc.  

• Knowledge of Object-Oriented Programming  

• Be knowledgeable with tagging conventions, programing simulation and testing  

• Possess computer skills in Excel, Word, and Outlook 

Education:  

2-year technical degree or equivalent working experience  

Recruitment Fraud
 
It has come to our attention various individuals and/or organizations are contacting people falsely pretending to recruit on behalf of Oxy. Please be aware that these recruiting scams and communications do not originate nor are they associated with our recruitment process. All Oxy job postings and offers will require a completed application through our company website.
 
Oxy does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruiting process. We will never:
 
•  Ask you to pay for applications, interviews, meetings, processing, training or for any other fees
 
•  Use recruiting or placement agencies that charge candidates an advance fee of any kind or
 
•  Request personal information such as passport and bank account details at an early stage of our recruitment process.
 
We recommend against responding to unsolicited business propositions or offers from people you don't know. Do not disclose your personal or financial details. If you believe you have been the victim of a recruiting scam, please contact your local police department.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.