SCADA Specialist

The SCADA Specialist is a member of the team that is responsible for providing support through the daily operations of the Targa Pipeline Field SCADA HMI LC hardware oftware systems and related process control systems that ensure reliable Plant and Field operations. The position is actively involved in supporting the 24x7 SCADA and EFM data collection for Targa’s Permian system The position will work closely with measurement, field OPS/Plant OPS and IT groups to ensure reliable data collection/support field.

The focus of the position will be on support of Targa’s Permian G&P Assets.

• Provide daily operational support for Field SCADA HMI LC systems.
• Work closely with Engineering, and Operations to ensure the Field SCADA HMI LC System is being developed to established standards
• Work closely with O&M groups to ensure the efficient and reliable delivery of fully functional and maintainable systems, as well as provide expertise for ongoing operational support
• Assist in the development and maintenance of design standards, templates and tools for the Field SCADA HMI LC Systems.
• Collaborate with internal and external customer(s) to determine operational needs and requirements of Field SCADA HMI LC systems.
• Support and implement Field SCADA HMI LC system projects, including engineering oversight, task management, and implementing lessons learned found during project execution.
• Install, maintain and troubleshooting for HMI/DCS/PLC, SCADA including HMI, RTUs - Total Flow, Emerson Roc, Bristol Control Wave and associated protocols. PLCs – Allen Bradley all models, General Electric all models and associated protocols (SLC, CIP, SRTP, Modbus, etc.).
• Install, maintain and troubleshooting Licensed and Unlicensed radio frequency 200MHz to 11GHz radio systems. Including antenna structures and associated supporting equipment.
• Other job duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience
• Design/analysis experience in SCADA design.
• Design/analysis experience with software HMI LC CS systems.
• Regular and reliable attendance

• HMI and PLC CS Systems Design Engineering with 5+ years’ experience
• In depth knowledge and project design experience with HMI Systems and PLC CS with end to end responsibility.
• In depth knowledge with Allen Bradly PLCs, Controllogix, Compactlogix, and slc
  500 and micrologix
  1400.
• Familiarity with other PLCs, GE, Modicon, Bristol, Scadapack a plus
• In depth knowledge with Allen Bradly PLCs, Controllogix, Compactlogix, and slc
  500 and micrologix
  1400.
• In depth knowledge of industry standard HMI software and platforms – Cygnet/FMS, Clear Scada/Geo SCADA, Wonderware System Platform and Rockwell Factory Talk.
• Familiarity with DSC system, DeltaV, Honeywell, and GE Matrix a plus
• Familiarity with Kepware and AUTOSOL
• Familiarity with MQTT, TCPIP, NetBIOS, Modbus suite of protocols
• Familiarity with programming languages, UI design, databases
• Highly organized individuals capable of working on multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong technical writing skills for the development of design standards and specifications
• Ability to collaborate as a team and act as a team leader in a group of cross functional engineers
• User knowledge with AutoCAD, Visio, Ms Office and Ms Project, Excel
• Knowledge of electrical design, materials and methods installation.
• Working knowledge of TCP/IP and Modbus protocols and network topologies. Knowledge of IP routing protocols would be a plus.
• Working knowledge of natural gas and liquids measurement.
• Working knowledge of all wireless communications

Targa Resources provides equal employment opportunities based on merit, experience, and other work-related criteria and without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. We also strive to provide reasonable accommodation to employees’ beliefs and practices that do not conflict with Targa’s policies and applicable law. We value the unique contributions that every employee brings to their role with Targa.

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