I&E Technician

Position Overview

The position of I&E Technician is responsible for maintaining, calibrating, and troubleshooting instrumentation and electrical systems. Employment Type: OTHER.

Key Responsibilities:

• Install, maintain, inspect, troubleshoot, repair and perform preventative maintenance on all field instrumentation, control systems, analyzers and electrical equipment.
• Responsible for prompt and accurate diagnosis of minor problems and the implementation of corrective action.
• Consult directly with equipment vendors on problems for resolution as necessary.
• Coordinate and conduct well maintenance activities on wells and batteries for New Installs/Upgrades, recurring problems where root cause cannot be identified by Well Tech.
• Coordinate and conduct maintenance activities on end devices to include pre-programming of transmitters with hart communicator and ensure data accuracy on all fluid and gas measurement meters.
• Conduct in depth failure analysis on repeat equipment failures.
• Implement design for wells within guidelines of automation standards.
• Respond and provide automation support during all outages.
• Work off of assigned schedule and maintain zero out of compliance work orders.
• Provide analytical support on problem wells.
• Provide input on new technologies.
• Assist other technicians during storm outages to bring wells back online.
• Demonstrate working knowledge of SPOC.
• Perform general PM work, including testing end devices, temperature shutdowns, pressure switches, and level shutdowns.
• Conduct evaluation tests on valves, motors, instruments, etc.
• Utilize knowledge of RTUs, digital and analog I/O, programming, and troubleshooting.
• Troubleshoot using loop drawings, schematics, ladder logic, electrical one-line, and P&I drawings.
• Maintain process control loops, electronic controls, valves, and transmitters.

Required Qualifications:

• 0 - 1 year Instrumentation and Electrical experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of oil and gas production operations preferred, but will train an acceptable candidate.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as independently without direct supervision.
• Electronically qualified per OSHA, 1910.269 up to 600V.
• Physical requirements: Must be able to lift 40 lbs, climb ladders and stairs; walking, bending, and stooping required; must be able to wear personal protective equipment including a respirator; must be able to respond to visual and audible alarms.
• Candidate must reside within a 45-mile radius of the job site.
• Willing to work offshore as needed.
• At least high school graduate or GED; I&E technical degree and training preferred.
• Valid Driver's License with an acceptable driving record.
• Advanced computer skills (MS Office Suite, proprietary software, etc).
• Strong initiative and self-starter.
• Ability to perform under pressure.
• Demonstrated strong time management skills.
• Ability to keep neat and accurate records.
• Multi-task orientation with skills in work prioritization.
• Ability to implement cost-effective solutions.
• Ability to work with a team and communicate effectively across functions.
• Excellent diagnostic and repair skills for complex problems in automation systems.
• Excellent knowledge of automation host systems.
• Expert in using test equipment pertinent to the job, including oscilloscopes, function generators, radio service monitors, etc.
• Understanding of pneumatic instrumentation: calibration and maintenance.
• Skilled in reading electronic schematics, identifying components, and understanding their functions.
• Able to calibrate and troubleshoot complex PLC programs.
• Competent understanding of automation and electrical design principles.
• Familiarity with PSSRs and MOCs.
• Extensive expertise in EOR safe work systems.
• Thorough knowledge of Electrical/Automation construction codes and practices.
• Extensive understanding of material specifications and applications.
• Awareness of regulatory guidelines.
• Knowledgeable with tagging conventions, programming simulation, and testing.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good working knowledge of SAP.
• Understanding of the importance of environmental and safe work practices.