Compressor Automation Specialist

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About Us: At Applied Control, employees enjoy a collaborative, team environment where we celebrate success and recognize and reward accomplishments. Our expertise is backed by Emerson, a leader in global manufacturing and technology. With a team of highly skilled automation professionals developing unique cost-saving solutions for our clients in oil & gas, refining, power, life science, mining, chemical, food & beverage, and alternative fuels, we help the world run more efficiently.

We offer rewarding careers, comprehensive benefits, and a culture that encourages growth and development. Our benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, HSA and FSA options, life insurance, short and long-term disability insurance, 401k with employer match, 10 paid holidays, and generous paid time off starting at 16 days per year. Our employees also enjoy our 9/80 schedule which allows for 9-hour work days and every other Friday off!

Position: Compressor Automation Specialist

Purpose:

The Compressor Automation Specialist’s primary role is to support customers with a range of Compression-based automation solutions (panels) as well as Slipstream Vent Capture Systems. This is an opportunity for individuals who want to work with a leading automation supplier, providing innovative solutions based on industry-recognized technologies in some of the largest installations in the world. This role will require a valid US Passport with travel to Canada during training for consecutive weeks (possibly 1-2months). We also anticipate travel to be 75% or greater for this opportunity. Remote US is a viable option with the focus to be in close proximity to a major airport for travel.

Responsibilities:

• Provide on-site startup and commissioning services for our Engine & Compression Solutions. Initial setup/coordination/enablement
• Troubleshooting/Responding to customer requests and details regarding initialization of the site work, deliverables and scope of work
• Initial site Commissioning with QA/QC focus review
• Coordinating with contractors and end users to manage work packages and job completion safely and efficiently
• Finalization and assistance with solution packages and shop Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT)
• Field start-up/Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) support
• Site Project Support to ensure projects are completed on schedule and to expectation
• Provide support for all E&C solutions and applications, with a focus on products and solutions sold through our Solutions division, such as:
• REMVue Safety Shutdown and SlipStream Vent Capture systems.
• Instrumentation Measurement & Control Panels
• Ignition systems and their components
• Mechanical hardware as required within the engineered solution
• Involvement in installation and repair of other products Applied Control supplies as part of our Compression Solutions which include:
• Fisher valves, Regulators, Rosemount transmitters (flow, level, temperature, pressure), Isolation Valves
• MicroMotion Coriolis meters, VSD/VFD drives, differential pressure transmitters, gas analyzers
• Quality assurance on new equipment including testing new hardware and debugging new software
• Telephone customer support on our products and solutions
• Interfacing with internal and external customers
• Participating in a high-performing team environment with unique/flexible times lines, customer requests and dynamic opportunities to excel
• Frequent domestic travel with travel to Canada for 1-2 months for training.

Skills/Qualifications:

• Engineering Technology diploma (Instrument or Electrical preferred), Power Engineer background or Journeyman Instrument Technician Certificate; or 3-5 years related industry experience
• Ability to relocate to meet business needs
• Experience with industrial software and familiarity with computer hardware fundamentals; PLC programming experience is preferred
• Experience with Rotating Equipment and Engine understanding is preferred
• Familiar with pressure, flow and temp measurement
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Solid customer service habits and practices with team player attitude
• Self-directed, strong initiative and willing to work independently
• Ability to produce quality documentation in a timely and accurate manner
• Valid driver's license, safe driving record and willingness to travel, both to domestic and international destinations
• Entrepreneurial work ethic and ability to work in the flexible start-up environment of a new venture
• This position has been deemed as safety-sensitive successful candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment alcohol and drug test
• Compressor mechanic experience (beneficial but not required)
• Natural gas plant operations (beneficial but not required)
• Instrumentation & Electrical (I&E) experience or education (beneficial but not required)
• Programming mainly Rockwell/Allen Bradley PLCs and HMIs - RSlogix 5000 or studio 5000 are the programming software. HMI (Human Machine Interface) programming in FactoryTalk (beneficial but not required)
• Low voltage electrical experience (beneficial but not required)

Working Conditions:

Driving and operating machinery involved. 50% or more travel is a requirement. Possibility of driving 2 to 6 hours one way. This position may require evening, weekend and holiday hours. Lifting up to 60 pounds is required on occasion.

Compensation:

Rate range: $27.00-$41.00 hourly

Note: Most candidates will be hired between the $27.00-$33.00 range, with the $34.00-$41.00 range reserved for more experienced candidates. Prior work or industry experience as well as job-related education and unique skills will be taken into consideration when setting the wage rate.

Other: Eligible for additional compensation including overtime pay and an annual profit share award.