Targa Resources

Automation Specialist

Targa Resources$75K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Two-year associate's degree or equivalent training/experience
  • Availability to work weekends, holidays, and respond to non-routine callouts
  • Experience in automation and controls design including hardware, networking, and software
  • Strong problem-solving abilities with timely issue resolution
  • Effective communication skills for both verbal and written communication
  • Team-building skills to foster morale and collaboration
  • Regular and reliable attendance required.

Responsibilities

  • Provide daily operational support for HMI/PLC systems of the plant
  • Perform preventative and corrective maintenance via Maximo CMMS
  • Collaborate with Engineering and Operations to meet established automation standards
  • Implement modifications based on control narratives and C&E information
  • Partner with O&M groups for reliable and maintainable systems
  • Assist in creating and maintaining design standards and tools
  • Manage and design Automation and Control projects with oversight.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional growth and development
  • Collaborative working environment with cross-functional teams
  • Exposure to a variety of advanced technologies and systems
  • Supportive workplace culture valuing employee contributions and teamwork.
Full Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY:

The Automation Specialist is a member of the team that is responsible for providing support through the daily operations of the Targa Mont Belvieu Complex Automation and Control System including HMI/PLC hardware/software systems and related process control systems that ensure reliable plant operations.

JOB FUNCTIONS AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Provide daily operational support for Plant Automation and Controls HMI\PLC systems.
  • Perform Preventative Maintenance and Corrective Maintenance work orders through Maximo CMMS.
  • Work closely with Engineering and Operations to ensure the MB Complex's Automation and Control Systems are developed to established standards.
  • Implement modification based on control narrative and C&E information.
  • Work closely with O&M groups to ensure the efficient and reliable delivery of fully functional and maintainable systems, as well as provide expertise for ongoing operational support
  • Assist in the development and maintenance of design standards, templates and tools for the complex's Automation and Control Systems.
  • Design and Implement Automation and Control system projects, including engineering oversight, task management, and implementing lessons learned, found during project execution.


MINIMUM ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Two-year associates degree or equivalent training and experience
  • Ability to work weekends, holidays and respond to callouts on a non-routine basis
  • Design/analysis experience in automation and controls design including hardware, networking, servers, software, and graphics.
  • Problem solving - the individual identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner and gathers and analyzes information skillfully
  • Communication - the individual speaks and writes clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations, demonstrates group presentations skills and conducts meetings.
  • Building Effective Teams - create strong morale and spirit within the team, share wins and successes, foster open dialogue, define success in terms of the whole team, and create a feeling of belonging in the team.
  • Regular and reliable attendance.


PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • HMI and PLC\DCS Systems Design Engineering with 5+ years' experience
  • In-depth knowledge and project design experience with HMI Systems and PLC\DCS with end-to-end responsibility.
  • In-depth knowledge with Allen Bradly PLCs, ControlLogix, CompactLogix, and GE Fanuc PLCs
  • In-depth knowledge of industry standard HMI software and platforms - Rockwell FactoryTalk Studio. Wonderware System Platform and Ignition are a plus.
  • In-depth knowledge of DCS systems ABB and Foxboro. Delta V and Honeywell a plus.
  • In-depth knowledge of Communication protocols, such as Modbus, Profinet, ControlNet, Ethernet IP, OPCDA/UA
  • In-depth knowledge of programming languages, UI design, databases
  • Highly organized individuals capable of working on multiple projects simultaneously
  • Strong technical writing skills for the development of design standards and specifications
  • Ability to collaborate as a team and act as a team leader in a group of cross functional engineers
  • User knowledge with Visio, MS Office, Excel
  • Knowledge of electrical design, materials and methods installation.
  • Knowledge of instrumentation and control loops.


PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • Vision sufficient to read computer screens, reports and related documents
  • Hearing sufficiently to hear verbal instruction and normal conversation levels
  • Speech sufficient to communicate in person and over the telephone
  • Dexterity sufficient to operate computers and other related office equipment
  • Strength sufficient to lift, carry and move objects weighing up to 25 lbs.
  • Endurance sufficient to maintain efficiency throughout the entire work shift


About Targa Resources

Targa is a leading provider of midstream services and is one of the largest independent midstream energy companies in North America. They own, operate, acquire, and develop a diversified portfolio of complementary midstream energy assets. They are primarily engaged in the business of: - gathering, compressing, treating, processing, and selling natural gas - storing, fractionating, treating, transporting, and selling NGLs and NGL products, including services to LPG exporters - gathering, storing, and terminaling crude oil - storing, terminaling, and selling refined petroleum products. They believe their growth will be driven by continued organic growth investments across their diversified asset footprint. Their assets are not easily replicated and are strategically located in some of the most attractive basins in the U.S., and interconnected with key NGL markets and logistics centers. Their gathering and processing assets are across multiple shale and natural resource plays, including the Permian Basin, Barnett Shale, Bakken Shale, Eagle Ford Shale, Anadarko Basin, Arkoma Basin, onshore Louisiana and the Gulf of Mexico. They have a leading position at Mont Belvieu, the NGL hub of North America. They have the second largest fractionation ownership position at Mont Belvieu and world class LPG export facilities on the Gulf Coast at their Galena Park Marine Terminal, which is interconnected to Mont Belvieu.

Targa Resources Careers

Join the dynamic team at Targa Resources, a leader in the energy sector, where innovation, leadership, and growth are at the heart of our operations. As one of the most prominent midstream energy operators, Targa Resources offers unparalleled job opportunities for professionals eager to advance their careers in a thriving and supportive environment.

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At Targa Resources, you will engage in meaningful work that directly impacts the energy landscape. Our team is committed to excellence and seeks to innovate and lead in every project. With a focus on sustainable and efficient energy solutions, your role will help shape the future of energy.

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Founded
2006
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Revenue
$8.2 billion
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