Automation Engineering Technician I/II/III/Sr

The role

You will help build, commission and maintain automation systems at compressor and pipeline facilities. You will install and troubleshoot control equipment and support engineers and field operations.

What you will do

• Support compressor and pipeline facility commissioning for new TILs and modifications of existing sites.
• Gather onsite technical data for Automation Engineers and Compression Design Engineers, especially for automated equipment.
• Assist engineers and operations with specifying, installing and modifying automation systems.
• Install, configure and calibrate automation equipment and control systems.
• Diagnose and repair issues with automated and integrated systems.
• Assist with HMI and PLC software revisions and updates under direction from Automation Engineers.
• Implement Cyber Security policies, including firmware and password updates on automation hardware.

Required qualifications

• Associate's degree in electrical, chemical, civil, mechanical or petroleum engineering, or in math, science or a closely related field. Equivalent military, vocational or directly applicable work expe
• Valid driver's license.
• Foundational knowledge of automation and control system concepts, fundamentals and theory.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Intermediate computer and software skills.
• Effective teamwork and communication abilities; self-motivated and willing to work alone or in a team.
• Ability to adhere to predefined work plans and meet deadlines.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical prints, P&IDs and block diagrams.
• Ability to understand and troubleshoot PLC code, including ladder logic, function block diagrams and structured text.
• Ability to install industrial control devices and program motor controllers.

Nice to have

• 2 to 8+ years of increasing responsibility in automation, instrumentation or controls, with proficiency in PLCs, HMIs and control systems.
• Proficiency in Modicon (Schneider) PLCs, Allen Bradley PLCs and RedLion HMIs.
• Proficiency in AC/DC, digital and analog circuits, design and troubleshooting.
• Proficiency with Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs).
• Proficiency in RTU configuration and data exchange (Thermo Fisher, ABB, Eagle).
• Proficiency in communication protocols: RS232/485, Ethernet, Modbus.

Before you apply

• Selected candidate will be placed in the position that best suits their abilities and experience level.
• EQT Corporation and its subsidiaries is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disabilities and Veterans.

About the company

EQT Corporation and its subsidiaries describe a culture of transparent leadership, connected impact and supported growth. Employees are invited to join the company's team.