Offshore Oil Rig Computer Jobs in Houston, TX (NOW HIRING)

Job Summary:

Seeking Automation Professionals with strong experience in Rockwell Automation platforms to support offshore Oil & Gas facility. This role focuses on the development, deployment, and long-term reliability of ControlLogix systems, FactoryTalk View applications, and Plant Control Network (PCN) infrastructure. Candidates will play a key role in maintaining system uptime, optimizing performance, and ensuring secure, resilient automation platforms.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

- Configure, test, and commission Rockwell Automation systems, including ControlLogix PLCs and FactoryTalk View SE/ME applications;

- Maintain and support Plant Control Network (PCN) infrastructure, including system communications, network architecture, and cybersecurity best practices;

- Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to SCADA, HMI, PLC logic, and network performance to ensure high system availability and reliability;

- Develop, modify, and maintain FactoryTalk View graphics, global objects, and HMI standards;

- Interpret, analyze, and redline engineering deliverables (P&IDs, Control Narratives, Cause & Effects) with a focus on implementation;

- Develop and implement Control Narratives, Cause & Effects, and PLC logic using structured, reusable standards (AOIs, UDTs, routines);

- Build and maintain alarm strategies including participation in alarm rationalization and implementation within FactoryTalk Alarm & Events;

- Configure and maintain FactoryTalk services, including Directory, Alarms & Events, and Historian integrations;

- Support PCN system reliability initiatives, including redundancy management, failover testing, patching strategies, and system backups;

- Participate in and lead Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT);

- Collaborate with operations and IT teams to ensure proper segmentation between PCN and business networks, including firewall and remote access solutions;

- Provide technical support for ongoing operations, including troubleshooting, system health monitoring, and continuous improvement efforts;

- Contribute to automation standards development, system architecture design, and long-term platform lifecycle planning;

Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities):

- Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Electrical/Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or similar discipline preferred;

- Ten (10) or more years of technical experience designing and implementing control systems (PLC and DCS);

- Ten (10) or more years of total experience in the automation industry;

- Current HUET certification or the willingness and ability to attain certification required;

- Technical hands-on knowledge of related engineering systems, engineering calculations, application of engineering and construction methods and materials, and engineering application of computer software;

- Desire to learn plant production processes, systems, and new technologies;

- Knowledge of project execution in automation projects;

- Knowledge of industry / regulatory codes and standards;

- Skill in oral and written communication;

- Strong organizational skills related to engineering activities.

Working Conditions:

- Requires travel to offshore oil and gas platforms/rigs;

- Field duties require outdoor work in an offshore industrial facility type atmosphere;

- Interaction with other team members, as well as supervisors and client personnel;

- Working around production machinery with potentially extreme noise levels;

- Must be able to wear safety equipment as required by the safety department for personal protection;

- May be at more than one job site in a day and must be able to tolerate climate changes;

- May be required to travel out of town on a periodic basis.

Physical Requirements (With or without Reasonable Accommodation):

- Must be able to lift and carry fifty (50) pounds;

- Willingness and ability to navigate offshore oil rigs (e.g. stairs & ladders);

- Willingness and ability to travel without limitation via helicopters and boats, including swing ropes and personnel baskets;

- Willingness and ability to work in extreme weather conditions and hazardous atmospheres with appropriate safety training and equipment provided;

- Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities which permit the employee to communicate effectively;

- Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time;

- Sufficient vision or other powers of observation which permits employee to conduct analysis and investigations;

- Sufficient manual dexterity which permit the employee to perform routine office duties;

- Sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes to perform office duties and travel when necessary to off-site locations.