Two-year degree with a minimum of one year direct hands-on experience in instrumentation, PLCs and Computer Systems OR a minimum of four years direct hands-on experience in instrumentation, PLCs, and Computer Systems without a two-year degree.
Two-year or higher degree in electronics engineering or related field AND a minimum of two years direct, hands-on experience with instrumentation, PLCs, and Computer Systems OR a minimum of four years direct hands-on experience with Instrumentation, PLC's and RTUs and computer systems.
Required : Must acquire ISA Certified Control Systems Technician (CCST) Level 1 certification within one year of ISA eligibility, not to exceed 15 months.
Ability to interpret control system software for the purpose of diagnostic troubleshooting.
Ability to pass electrical, electronic, and digital equipment troubleshooting tests.
Ability to troubleshoot electrical, electronic, and pneumatic equipment.
Ability to interpret installation specifications, wiring schematics, instrument drawings and component diagrams.
Ability to define specifications and requisition instrumentation and control equipment.
Ability to define problems, collect data and draw conclusions.
Ability to work independently and as a team member.
Ability to communicate effectively and develop rapport.
Ability to operate diagnostic equipment (multimeter, calibrator, oscilloscope, etc.)
Ability to operate personal computer.
Knowledge of reciprocating and turbine engines, gas dehydration, measurement, environmental motoring, compression and supporting systems
Knowledge of electric driven compressors may be required.
Knowledge of electrical and electronic theory and principles
Knowledge of Measurement devices (Press, Flow, Temperature, Moisture, Vibration, Speed, Density, Level) and ability to calibrate the same.
Knowledge of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) and Distributed Control Systems (DCS)
Knowledge of Variable Frequency Drives (VFD)
Knowledge of Human Machine Interface (HMI)
Knowledge of Ethernet Communications Equipment
Knowledge of Valves and Positioners
Knowledge of National Electric Code and National Bureau of Standards Transmitter calibration and tolerance standards
Knowledge of applicable regulatory requirements
Education: Associate (Typically two years of related, progressive work experience would be needed for candidates applying for this position who do not possess an associate degree.)
Preferred Degree: Electronics & Communications Engineering