Automation Engineer Jobs

Automation Engineer

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Occidental is an international energy company with operations in the United States, Middle East, Latin America and Africa. We are the largest onshore oil producer in the U.S., including in the Permian Basin, and a leading offshore producer in the Gulf of Mexico. Our midstream and marketing segment provides flow assurance and maximizes the value of our oil and gas. Our chemical subsidiary OxyChem manufactures the building blocks for life-enhancing products. Our Oxy Low Carbon Ventures subsidiary is advancing leading-edge technologies and business solutions that economically grow our business while reducing emissions. We are committed to using our global leadership in carbon dioxide management to advance a lower-carbon world. Visit Oxy.com for more information.

Occidental 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.

Our greatest asset has been, and will continue to be, our people. We are looking for an experienced and motivated individual to fill the position of Automation Engineer within our US Onshore Resources & Carbon Management Business Unit based in either Houston or Midland, Texas.

Roles and Responsibilities

The Automation Engineer will be responsible for the design, development, and execution of automation engineering activities in Oil and Gas facilities projects. This role will also be accountable for the successful development and execution of automation projects to support the efficient production of oil and gas, following company and industry standards.

• Maintain project schedule, implementation, compliance to design and commissioning.
• Work with IT and Central Automation Group to create and maintain automation standards
• Communicate with external and internal stakeholders as needed.
• Enforce change control processes (MOCs) while working on Maintenance Capital Projects (M&C) and OPEX projects and monitor compliance and close outs via regular auditing activities.
• Understand Oil and Gas facilities process and design control systems in accordance with OXY and Industry standards.
• Generate all automation engineering project documentation and delivery to Facilities project manager on time and ensure construction is built as designed.
• Ensure all data is accurate and complete for all visual representation of automation projects
• Facilitate in the Design of PLC programs and Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs) for wells and facilities within guidelines of OXY automation standards
• Assist in evaluation of new Oil and Gas production/automation technologies.
• Generate project tracking and reporting as defined by project team.
• Participate in the development & implementation of automation strategies for upgrade, expansion, continuous improvement, life cycle, and preventive maintenance of OXY automation infrastructure
• Assist field personnel in identifying and resolving Process Control, Control Network, and Instrumentation problems.
• Participate as team member on automation projects to provide “Lessons Learned”

Qualifications

• Should be able to depict analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to interact with customers and clients in a positive and professional manner
• Ability to communicate effectively with management, technical and field personnel
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related degree
• Strong written, oral and project management skills
• Strong knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) and Windows Operating Systems.
• Understanding of Pre-Start Safety Review process (PSSR)s and Management of Change (MOCs).
• Should be able to depict Leadership skills
• 1-5 years working experience on Automation related projects
• Ability to perform under pressure and work multiple projects concurrently
• Basic knowledge of automation and electrical design principles and industry standards.
• Team player with strong interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of RTUs and PLCs. Understanding of digital and analog I/O, PLC programming, and troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of oil and gas production processes

Preferred:

• Listens actively and invites new ideas for exchanged opinions, then influences and acts to drive positive performance and achieve results
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field with GPA of 3.25 or higher (or foreign equivalent).
• 2+ years of Oil Field experience.
• 1+ years of upstream oil and gas automation experience.
• Experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs & Rosemount instrumentation.
• Builds positive relationships based on trust and seeks collaboration across organizational boundaries to achieve goals.
• Able to develop Cause & Effects, P&ID’s, wiring diagrams, control narratives, etc.

Relocation: This position is not eligible for relocation.

Occidental does not offer sponsorship of employment-based nonimmigrant visa petitions for this role.

Occidental is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, political preference, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.