Automation Specialist

Danos, LLC

$70K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years as an Automation Specialist
  • Strong proficiency with Allen-Bradley systems (Studio 5000, FactoryTalk View)
  • Knowledge of analog/discrete I/O and communication protocols (Ethernet/IP, Modbus)
  • Ability to interpret P&IDs, wiring diagrams, and loop sheets

Responsibilities

  • Troubleshoot and repair Allen-Bradley PLCs and HMIs
  • Calibrate and maintain instrumentation for various measurements
  • Support automation systems integrity across multiple facilities
  • Program and modify PLC logic in Studio 5000
  • Configure installations using technical documentation
  • Design and maintain HMI screens and alarming systems
  • Use SAP or CMMS tools for work planning and maintenance tracking

Benefits

  • Direct influence on facility performance, reliability, and safety
  • Opportunity to work in a dynamic field environment
  • Collaborative role involving multiple engineering and operations teams
  • Potential for impact on project delivery and execution standards
Full Job Description
Overview

The Automation Specialist will serve as a key technical resource, working closely with Production Operations, Facilities Engineering, Automation Engineering, and Automation Maintenance to ensure projects are delivered on time, aligned with engineered designs, and executed to the highest industry standards. This position offers the opportunity to directly influence facility performance, reliability, and safety while applying advanced automation expertise in a dynamic field environment.

Responsibilities

  • Troubleshoot and repair Allen-Bradley PLCs (ControlLogix, CompactLogix), RTUs, and HMIs
  • Calibrate and maintain instrumentation for level, pressure, flow, and vibration
  • Support automation systems integrity across well pads, batteries, SWD sites, and compressor stations
  • Program and modify logic in Studio 5000 (Ladder, Function Block, Structured Text)
  • Configure and commission installations using P&IDs, Cause & Effect matrices, and control narratives
  • Design and maintain HMI screens and alarming systems in FactoryTalk View
  • Use SAP or CMMS tools for work planning, documentation, and maintenance tracking
  • Adhere to MOC procedures and corporate programming standards


Qualifications

  • 3+ years as an Automation Specialist
  • Strong proficiency with Allen-Bradley (Studio 5000, FactoryTalk View)
  • Knowledge of analog/discrete I/O, Ethernet/IP, and Modbus communications
  • Ability to interpret P&IDs, wiring diagrams, and loop sheets
  • Must meet conditional job offer requirements including background check, drug test, MVR check, and fit for duty/agility test.

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