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Prismfly

Automation Specialist (Remote)

Dallas, TX · On-site +1

Prismfly is looking for a driven Automation Specialist who can design, implement, and manage a fully automated sales engine. The ideal candidate will be committed to optimizing lead generation and ...

Prismfly

Automation Specialist (Remote)

Dallas, TX · On-site +1

Prismfly is looking for a driven Automation Specialist who can design, implement, and manage a fully automated sales engine. The ideal candidate will be committed to optimizing lead generation and ...

Elan Partners

Sr. QA Automation Engineer

Plano, TX · Remote

Our client offers a remote work environment, excellent benefits and 401k with match. Sorry, unable to sponsor at this time . Qualifications * Test automation framework development experience (5 yrs ...

Hudson Manpower

QA Automation Engineer IV

Dallas, TX · On-site +1

REMOTE - USA TOP SKILLS: Must Have Experience in building and maintaining automated test frameworks (i.e. Java, Perl, ect) Experience with Automation Engineer (i.e. Selenium with Java or similar ...

Energy Vault

Industrial Automation Engineer

Snyder, TX · On-site +1

$84K - $154K/yr

About the role This role is onsite Snyder, Texas with potential to negotiate some hybrid remote ... Design,write, and commission automation code utilizing Beckhoff TWINCAT PLC Software that includes ...

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What is a remote automation?

A Remote Automation job involves designing, developing, and maintaining automated systems and workflows from a remote location. This can include tasks such as scripting, testing, process automation, and managing automation tools to improve efficiency and reduce manual work. Roles in this field often require expertise in programming languages, automation frameworks, and cloud-based services. Industries like software development, IT, customer support, and manufacturing use remote automation to streamline operations.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a remote automation?

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Associate SCADA Specialist

Energy Transfer Equity Lp

Houston, TX • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Retirement, PTO

Posted 12 days ago

Energy Transfer rating

9.0

Company rating: 9.0 out of 10

Based on 64 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

4th of 86 rated oil and gas companies

Job description

Energy Transfer, recognized by Forbes as one of America's best large employers, is dedicated to responsibly and safely delivering America's energy.  We are driven to inspire our employees to create superior value for our customers, our investors, a sustainable future and giving back to the community where we have long-standing commitments to causes including MD Anderson Children's Cancer Hospital, The Salvation Army, The American Red Cross, Ronald McDonald House and many more.

We value all of our employees who make our growth and success possible.  We are proud to offer industry leading compensation, comprehensive benefits, 401(k) match with additional profit sharing, PTO and abundant career opportunities.

Come join our award winning 12,000 strong organization as we fuel the world and each other!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
 Energy Transfer is seeking a SCADA Associate Specialist to perform system support and maintenance for a pipeline SCADA system including:
  • Learn and follow department and project standards and procedures.
  • Learn team role and how to contribute towards team goals.
  • Work under direct supervision and report status of assigned responsibilities to IT SCADA management, team members, and clients.
  • Acquire knowledge on available tools and procedures.
  • Databases and Graphical Displays for Control Center Operations.
  • Work with the Engineering Department, CRM and Control Center on projects to determine points that need to be brought back into the SCADA system when performing SCADA integration of remote field sites.
  • Participate in detailed CAT and point to point testing to meet regulatory requirements.
  • Work closely with the Network group to configure and test communications from the SCADA System to remote automation devices.
  • Work with field technicians in a real-time environment to troubleshoot data and communication problems between the remote automation devices and SCADA.
  • Provide 24x7 support to the Control Center on a rotational basis.
  • Document changes, obtain required approvals, and submit changes
  • Other duties as required

Requirements:

Education and/or Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. The requirements for this position are listed below:

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering or equivalent. Experience will be considered in lieu of degree.
  • 0-2 or more years of experience with SCADA systems.
  • OASyS DNA SCADA experience is a plus but other SCADA Systems experience will be considered.
  • Refined Products, Gas, and/or Liquids pipeline experience preferred with a working knowledge of measurement technologies, process control automation, device protocols, networking, and telecommunications.
  • Strong problem solving, technical, and functional skills with the ability to multi-task.
  • Detail-oriented with strong analytical and troubleshooting skills and be willing to learn.
  • Knowledge of file structures, data structures, graphics editors and scientific programming languages.
  • Adhere to good programming practices and strict testing standards.
  • Experience working with the Windows operating system and system administration.
  • Must be able to follow controlled procedures, adhere to database and display standards and change management procedures.
  • Must possess strong interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written).
  • Independently prioritize work to handle multiple concurrent projects to achieve results.
  • Must be able to take direction, work well in a team environment, and interact with all levels of management, engineering, systems, operations and field personnel
Preferred Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
  • A working knowledge of real-time systems, particularly SCADA systems, PLCs and/or Flow Computers is preferred. Other automation and IT Systems experience will be considered.
  • An individual with software development experience, preferably in the .Net environment, and experience working with SQL Server, Visual Basic, Visual C++, and Visual Source Safe is highly desirable.
  • A basic understanding of pipeline hydraulics, with particular attention to leak detection and product batch tracking.
  • A basic understanding of RTU communication protocols and TCP/ IP communications.
  • OASyS DNA 7.5 SCADA application with remote site integration experience.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

  • Usually, normal office working conditions.

  • Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time due to prolonged periods of sitting or standing.

  • Occasional overnight travel may be required

  • Lifting up to 50 lbs. occasionally.
  • Driving, walking, sitting, standing frequently
  • Travel 0 - 30%.
 

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