Automation Specialist

At Motiva Controls
, we believe in delivering reliable, innovative, and efficient automation solutions to support our clients’ industrial operations. We are currently looking for a skilled and motivated Automation Specialist to become a valuable part of our growing team.

In this role, you will be responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and commissioning automation and control systems across a variety of industrial facilities. As a key player in our operations, you’ll help ensure the safety, reliability, and optimal performance of critical process control infrastructure for our clients.

This is an exciting opportunity for a hands‑on technician who is passionate about automation, problem‑solving, and contributing to a company where your skills and ideas are valued.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform installation, commissioning, and calibration of automation systems including PLCs, HMI, and instrumentation.
• Conduct routine maintenance, diagnostics, and troubleshooting on instrumentation and control systems.
• Support the engineering team and clients in system modifications, upgrades, and technical improvements.
• Assist in creating and maintaining system documentation, including loop drawings, loop sheets, I/O lists, and control logic diagrams.
• Ensure all workers comply with company and industry safety standards and operational procedures.
• Respond to system faults and emergencies during operations as required.
• Provide technical support for operations and maintenance teams.

Requirements:

Education &

Certifications:

• Associate’s Degree required.
• Relevant vendor certifications (Siemens, Schneider, Rockwell, etc.) are an advantage.

Experience:

• Minimum 2 years of hands‑on experience in industrial automation or control systems.
• Experience in oil & gas, petrochemical, manufacturing, or power generation industries preferred.

Technical

Skills:

• Proficient in PLC knowledge and troubleshooting (ROC, Rockwell, ABB, etc.)
• Familiarity with HMI systems.
• Strong understanding of instrumentation, control loops, and field devices.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, P&IDs, and control schematics.
• Knowledge of industrial communication protocols (Modbus, Profibus, Ethernet/IP, etc.)

Soft Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and in remote/offshore environments (if applicable).
• Commitment to safety and quality standards.

Why Join Motiva Controls?

• Work with a passionate and experienced team in the automation industry.
• Opportunity to be involved in diverse and technically challenging projects.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Continuous learning and vendor certification opportunities.
• Supportive and dynamic work culture where your ideas and contributions matter.