Automation Lead

Automation Lead

JOB-10044495

Anticipated Start Date

8/11/2025

Location

Watford City, ND

Type of Employment

Contract Hire

Employer Info

Our client is a worldwide hydrocarbon production and exploration company based in the energy corridor of Midland, Texas. A multinational corporation with operations in 15 different countries, this client is responsible for the production, transportation, and marketing of crude oil, bitumen, natural gas, natural gas liquids, and liquefied natural gas.

Job Summary

The Automation Lead is responsible for ensuring the successful field execution of automation and controls projects, with a focus on Rockwell systems, PLC programming, and contractor oversight. This field-based role serves as the key point of contact for operations, engineering, and contractors, managing electrical, instrumentation, and SCADA activities to meet quality standards and project goals.

Job Description

• Skilled at ROC/PLC uploads and control system check-out
• Respected Site Leader that listens, forms a plan and follows through on commitments while holding others accountable to do the right thing
• Lead by example to ensure Operations and Punch-list items are resolved and priority assigned with close-out
• Zero incidents, no-change and done-right the first time every time mind-set
• Takes ownership, follows through and holds others accountable
• Excellent communication and teamwork with good computer skill
• Creates a learning team that looks to reduces and simplifies within guidelines
• Ensures changes are approved and documented and part of handover to Ops
• Responsible to ensure IFC documents/WorkPacks are good quality
• Participates in P&ID, Model, programming, C&E and drawing reviews, as needed
• Works with Fabrication Superintendent for SCE factory acceptance testing and lead field inspections
• Coordinate instrumentation and controls installation with Contractors
• Documents ITP ITRs, Loop, Instrument Function and C&E checks
• Responsible for Function Check Out, Pre-Commissioning, Commissioning and PSSR’s prior to startup of new facilities
• Supports the Project’s Capital Program / Cost Controls by tracking / reporting daily costs and schedule progress
• Capability to effectively manage multiple projects sites and through others
• Participates in process hazard analysis (PHA), LOPA and safeguard evaluations project risk management process HSE proactive/verification programs
• Reports Near Misses and performs Life Saving Rule Verifications (LSRV)
• Generates effective solutions based on available information and makes timely decisions that are safe and ethical

Skills Required

• 5+ years of instrumentation and controls experience within the Oil and Gas industry
• 2+ years leading I&E Automation site work onshore/offshore
• Formal PLC/Automation training
• 10+ years of Oil and Gas with some SCADA Automation Controls experience
• 10+ years of liquid and gas measurement experience
• 5+ years of Fisher 107/827 RTU’s and Allen Bradley PLC experience
• Technical knowledge/trained in troubleshooting instrument and electrical equipment
• Masters Electrical licenses in North Dakota
• Industry Instrument certifications
• Candidate that continuously improves planning, processes and vendors while looks for ways to simplify/reduce
• Skilled at aligning all teams without direction
• Experienced working in a very fast-track and dynamic environment

Education/Training/Certifications

• 2 year I&E technical college
• Master electrical License in North Dakota

Additional Requirements

• Sites Willing and able to perform/align with the following (with or without reasonable accommodation):
  • o Climb various ladders and stairs ranging in heights up to 50 feet to perform maintenance on equipment
  • o Lift and transport articles weighing up to 50 pounds
  • o Walk, stand, stoop, sit, climb, and carry material daily on even and uneven terrain
  • o Work outside in temperature extremes or adverse weather conditions

“We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.”