Employer: TC Energy
Job Description:
Application Close Date: May 18, 2024
Domestic relocation will be offered, if needed (no cross-border)
The Opportunity
Our U.S. Gas Automation & Electrical team is evolving to meet the needs of our growing business and we are expanding our presence. We are seeking an Automation Engineer who has knowledge and experience for providing technical support to field operation teams, engineering, construction, and management to ensure the safety and reliability of the compressor stations and providing support for the proper design, construction, operation, and maintenance of controls systems for compressor stations, and other related facilities.
This individual will possess effective analytical and troubleshooting skills, demonstrate superior organizational skills and proven ability to manage large scale projects, and be able to handle rapidly shifting priorities and multiple projects concurrently, requiring resolution of complex problems in stressful situations.
This position may be filled at other company locations in the area, depending on the location of the successful candidate.
- Mandan, North Dakota
- Arnegard, North Dakota
- Culbertson, Montana
- Glasgow, Montana
- Glen Ullin, North Dakota
What you'll do
Perform engineering or engineering-related studies requiring the application of company, governmental and industry codes, standards, procedures and guidelines
Provide engineering and construction/project management assistance to field teams and the Engineering and Construction group
Act as a resource for field teams to identify and resolve problems, analyze malfunctions, make modifications or repairs, and provide assistance where needed
Maintain Asset Management Plans, Integrity Plans, and Facility Management Plans
Provide technical guidance, instruction and assistance related to the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting and modifications of HMI, communications, control, monitoring and analyzing equipment
Provide technical input in the design/construction/modification of electrical and control systems at compressor facilities
Analyze automation schedules and construction plans in order to determine their effect on existing Company facilities and operations.
Investigate, analyze and make recommendations related to the integrity and/or efficiency of equipment
Maintain and expand expertise in accordance/conjunction with current and emerging technology. Remain cognizant of how and what leading edge control technology is being applied (or not applied) and implement change to ensure the most efficient and effective operations are maintained
Be a conduit for information sharing by communicating best practices, improvement opportunities, new technologies and general information to others in the organization
Promote and provide for standardization among field operations including the standardization of equipment, maintenance functions, programs, and consistent application of procedures
Support the organization and implementation of the Field Technician Qualification (FQP) and Operator Qualification programs by assisting with setting performance standards and criteria for the EI&C skill family
Provide mentoring and verification services for the field teams in accordance with the established procedures of the Operator Qualification programs
Provide technical guidance and participate in planning, providing and reviewing EI&C related technical training
Monitor Data Acquisition systems and related computer equipment, and coordinate any software modifications
Audit facilities to ensure compliance with Company Standards, Policies and Procedures, and governmental and industry codes
Provide for the archival of automation program software and current backups
Coordinate EI&C roundtables
Coordinate service representatives' visits/support
Other tasks as required
Minimum qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or graduation from a 2-3 year technical school program. Applicants without an Engineering degree but with significant relevant experience may be considered for the Technologist job ladder.
Minimum of 10 years of relevant work experience. Candidates with less experience may be considered for a lower-level position within the job family.
Proficient knowledge of various Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) and HMI platforms.
Preferred qualifications
Strong background in the gas pipeline industry
Knowledge and experience in data communication
Experience with Allen Bradley PLCs, HMIs
Experience with Cisco / AB networking equipment
This position requires candidates to
Have and maintain a valid driver’s license and safe driving record
Successfully complete a pre-employment medical screening, including drug and alcohol testing
Be available for extended work hours/days, and callouts as needed;
Travel to other company locations for temporary assignments, meetings or training which would involve some overnight stays away from home
Driving a motor vehicle is an essential job function of this position. Following a conditional offer of employment, the Company will check the motor vehicle records of any job applicant when driving is an essential job function.
To remain competitive, support our high-performance culture and allow for more flexibility in the way we work, we offer a hybrid work model and flexible dress code for our eligible office-based workforce in Canada, the U.S. and Mexico. #LI-Hybrid
Contact Person: Scott Jordan
Phone: 1-832-320-5466
Email: [email protected]
Location:
• Mandan, ND
Application Method: Apply Online
Base Pay:
