Specialist-Automation & Controls, Sr

Provide technical leadership and support to gas processing plant and compression operations facilities to ensure the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of Automation & Control equipment and systems, with a primary focus on the maintenance, administration, and optimization of the Emerson DeltaV Distributed Control System, or DCS. Responsibilities also include supporting employee training and development, capital and O&M budgeting, project execution, and technical support functions.

Essential duties and responsibilities

Configure, maintain, administer, and optimize Emerson DeltaV DCS hardware, controller logic, function blocks, HMI graphics, databases, user security, backups, licenses, and software updates.

Develop and maintain DeltaV configurations using DeltaV PCSD, or Process Control System Design, libraries and standard configuration frameworks.

Design, configure, and maintain modern HMI displays within the DeltaV Live operations environment, adhering to High-Performance HMI guidelines and grayscale graphics standards to maximize operator situational awareness.

Manage and troubleshoot the DeltaV virtualization environment, including DeltaV Virtual Studio, virtual machines, host servers, thin clients, and hypervisor networks.

Participate in and execute Alarm Rationalization initiatives in accordance with Tallgrass standards, ISA-18.2 standards, and applicable industry best practices to minimize alarm flooding and optimize system alerts.

Integrate third-party PLC systems, subsystems, and field devices into the DeltaV DCS platform using industrial communication protocols, including Profibus, Foundation Fieldbus, Modbus TCP/IP, Ethernet/IP, and serial protocols.

Develop and maintain Rockwell PLC programs.

Develop, maintain, and troubleshoot PC-based HMI automation systems, including Wonderware HMI systems.

Provide technical support to operations, technicians, and field personnel for control logic, wiring, I/O issues, process control problems, and automation system troubleshooting.

Serve as the primary technical interface for troubleshooting and coordination with third-party automation vendors.

Participate in Process Safety Management, or PSM, requirements and procedures.

Develop and manage capital projects, including scope development, planning, budgeting, execution support, and coordination with stakeholders.

Assist in planning and managing operating and capital budgets.

Specify and procure instrumentation, communication media, and automation-related equipment.

Manage contractor bid processes, contractor selection, and contractor performance during automation projects.

Provide technical expertise related to instrumentation, electrical systems, automation specifications, and company standards.

Read and interpret electrical, control, instrumentation, mechanical, process, and P&.

Maintain awareness and application of company Engineering Standards, Construction Standards, Operations and Maintenance Procedures, Site‑Specific Procedures, and applicable governmental safety regulations.

Evaluate and support implementation of recommended technological advancements for field operations.

Collaborate with field management and cross‑functional teams to resolve administrative, organizational, operational, and technical issues.

Assist with the ongoing training, testing, and development of area technical employees.

Identify, report, and help correct safety and environmental concerns.

Organize work for timely completion while managing multiple assignments with varying deadlines and levels of responsibility.

Develop and maintain positive working relationships with internal and external customers.

Communicate professionally and effectively with a wide variety of people, using tact, courtesy, clear verbal communication, and active listening.

Maintain regular, dependable attendance and a consistently high level of performance.

Work non‑traditional hours as needed and be available after regular work hours when required.

Maintain a high regard for personal safety, the safety of company assets and employees, and the safety of the general public.

Other duties as assigned.

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Education:

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