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25-078.A - OT Systems Engineer

Hilcorp Energy Company
United States, Texas, Houston
1111 Travis Street (Show on map)
Feb 04, 2025
Job Objective:
Assists with the technical work in the administration, maintenance, and operation of OT Systems, SCADA, computerized distributed control, telemetry input, and computer systems for field operations

Essential Job Responsibilities:

  • Working knowledge of SCADA architecture design including control, measurement and safety systems for oil and gas production and pipeline facilities
  • Conduct feasibility studies, conduct site surveys and develop recommendations and cost estimates for the installation of new SCADA systems or for the upgrade of existing systems
  • Keep abreast of new SCADA related developments and technology in areas such as equipment, software, governmental regulations, advanced business applications, communications and Cybersecurity
  • Perform vendor account management to include quotation reviews,selection of vendors, assistancein defining contract terms and monitoring ofvendorrelationship and performance
  • Participates in SCADA Industrial Control System (ICS) reviews and maintenance
  • Utilize and implement management of change processes for safety related changes to SCADA systems
  • Documentation of new and existing systems and applications
  • Coordinate, lead and direct the work of others, both internal and external, for small to medium sized projects
  • Ability to read, understand and troubleshoot electrical prints and diagrams
  • Assist IT field analysts in diagnosing SCADA related problems
  • Mentor junior level field system analysts through training and review of their work plans and system installs
  • Coordinate and participate in the design, development and administration of standards and documentation for all SCADA configuration databases, applications programming and core SCADA functions
  • Enforce adherence to corporate SCADA standards
  • Apply current ICS Cybersecurity principles and best practices
  • Apply process safety principles and best practices
  • Design, program, and troubleshoot HMI applications to include graphical design, scripting, and database queries on platforms including Wonderware Intouch/Archestra, Cygnet and GeoSCADA
  • Adheres to the company's values - integrity, ownership, urgency, alignment and innovation
  • Supports company vision and mission
  • Adheres to established work schedule, attendance standards and is punctual to work and meetings

Other Job Responsibilities:

  • Other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications:

  • Five (5) years minimum of SCADA or automation experience, preferably in the oil and gas industry.
  • Strong interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with individuals at all levels of the company.
  • Strong ability in diagnosing and solving SCADA related problems while maintaining patience, professionalism and courtesy.
  • Understanding of SCADA systems as it pertains to administration, programming, database administration, telemetry and PLC/RTU hardware selection.
  • Ability to establish priorities, meet deadlines and concentrate on detailed information in a fast-paced demanding work environment.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors and other departments.
  • Solid understanding of Windows servers, desktop computers, and networking.
  • Good written and verbal communication skills with specific ability to translate complex computer/information systems information into an organized and presentable manner.
  • Ability to complete multiple and diverse tasks of differing priorities:

Proficiency in the use and application of the following software:

One or more of the following required:
  • PLC applications: RSLogix, GE Proficy or similar programs
  • HMI applications: Intouch/Archestra, Cygnet, ClearSCADA or similar programs
  • Preferred: Proficiency with OSIsoft/PI Historian

Education Requirements:

  • Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year university or college with a degree in engineering (electrical, chemical, petroleum, mechanical), computer science, or a closely related field.

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