This position is the primary contact for all DCS / PLC control system and troubleshooting issues within the Gulf Coast Pipeline at Air Liquide.
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How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW?
- Implement and supervise preventive routine maintenance of control systems and interfaces, including hardware and software.
- Provide technical and troubleshooting support to operations for process events as it relates to control systems.
- Control Systems focal point providing or coordinating technical assurance of control systems.
- Review and implement control system upgrades/modifications according to established Management of Change policy and in compliance with corporate and industry guidelines.
- Lead the development of long-range control system strategies for obsolescence and upgrades.
- Participate in Level 1-3 incident investigations to evaluate root cause of control system related events.
- Participate in plant level automation projects of existing equipment or new equipment installations including Factory Acceptance Testing, Site Acceptance Testing, project start-up and troubleshooting activities.
- Ensure all system configurations and graphics are backed up and archived according to established guidelines and policies.
- Provide technical support in the development of SOP’s as related to control system operations, as required.
- Provide input to TAR planning, scope of work and job plans.
- Provide support during TAR and start up activities.
- Participate in technical and safety reviews (e.g. PHA) to ensure HSSE compliance and technical integrity in design.Technical oversight of control system Bad Actor list.
- Train and advise maintenance personnel in basic control system troubleshooting.- Define and maintain adequate control system spares inventory.
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Are you a MATCH?
- Bachelors Degree in Engineering required; Chemical or Electrical Engineering Degree preferred.
- Candidates must have valid employment authorization in the U.S. and must not require visa sponsorship now or in the future. This position is not open for non-immigrant visa sponsorship.
- Experience in the following systems: Foxboro I/A, Bailey Infi 90, Siemens APACS, Emerson Delta V, Yokogawa, Siemens 505 series PLCs, InTouch Wonderware, Windows operating system and Networking
- Able to work in a team environment.
- Proficient in MS Office products, GMAIL and Google Apps
- Must have strong oral and written communication skills.
- Must be able to effectively interact and communicate with all levels of personnel.
- Willing to carry a cellular phone, respond to requests for technical assistance during off-duty hours
Our Differences make our Performance
At Air Liquide, we are committed to build a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world.
We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their background. We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals, acting for our success and creating an engaging environment in a changing world.