Phillips 66 & YOU - Together we can fuel the futureWe are seeking to add Specialist, Automation to our team in Houston, Texas.Responsibilities
Develops forward looking strategies for automation solutions and technical assessments for lifecycle management of automation systems.
Leads execution of capital projects pertaining to automation systems and produces and maintains automation standards.
Supporting the installation, maintenance and troubleshooting of all Midstream automation equipment. This includes automation equipment such as distributed control systems (DCS), programmable logic controllers (PLCs), remote terminal units (RTUs), and human machine interface (HMI) equipment.
Functionally directing company technicians and supervising contract labor used to construct or enhance automation systems.
Leading company in awareness of new developments in Automation technologies, and changes in Codes and Standards.
Applying specialized knowledge to ensure the safety, reliability, and cost effectiveness of technology used to meet business requirements.
Reviewing specifications, estimates, and approval documents and guiding projects through design and implementation.
Interfaces with system manufacturers and third-party integrators to ensure compliance with company standards.
Leads electrical design efforts and oversees electrical construction projects.
Leads integration efforts focused on data collection and system optimization.
Produces and maintains project documentation such as I/O list, Alarm Database, one-line drawings, cause and effects, control narratives, etc.
Architects, designs, implements, and supports the DCS and PLC systems for Midstream facilities.
Performs complex technical studies to determine appropriate automation solutions.
Reviews, improves, and implements optimized control strategies as well as communication infrastructure.
Participates in process hazard analysis, cause and effect reviews, and alarm rationalization efforts as well as incident investigations.
Conducts optimization reviews and feasibility studies as well as expansion studies related to the automation systems.
Leads safety critical automation projects and ensures adherence to company and industry practices emphasizing Burner Management Systems and ESD systems.
Supports integration efforts focused on data collection and system optimization.
Serves as subject matter expert for the company and participates in technical committees.
Participates in incident investigations and various meetings, trainings, and commercial support.
Leads and signs-off on Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) on automation systems to ensure compliance with the company’s guidelines and requirements and on Site Acceptance Tests (SAT) for commissioning of automation systems.
Architects and supports user management, intrusion prevention, and recovery processes for automation cyber assets.
Provides mentorship and coaching to junior Automation personnel.
Performs other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
Analyzing malfunctioning systems and finding safe, expedient and cost-effective ways to correct deficiencies.
Assists with connection to the company Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) environments at Midstream sites.
Problem Solving: Identifying and correcting safety hazards or system flaws that contribute to downtime or inefficient operations.
Accountability: Responsible for the safety, efficiency and reliability of Midstream facility automation systems and the execution of projects under their direction.
Required:
Legally authorized to work in the job posting country
Technical degree, diploma, Associates degree, or higher degree in Instrumentation, Electronic Communications, or Industrial Electronics
A minimum of 12 years related experience is required; oil and gas industry experience preferred
7 or more years of industry experience in program development and troubleshooting PLC and DCS control platforms (including Allen Bradley)
Strong contractor management and organizational skills
Proficient in applying NEC/NFPA 70
Proficient in Microsoft Office tools
Proficient in PLC and DCS configuration languages
Proficient in inter device communication software and industrial communication protocols
Proficient in diagnosing communication issues
Proficient in common automation data exchange protocols
Proficient in working and collaborating with external contractors
Proficient in networking practices
Proficient in developing control configuration using function blocks, ladder logic, and structured text languages
Proficient in process control optimization, tuning, and sequential functions
Proven leadership skills and ability to influence at a local level and across a broad organization
Strong communication skills, interpersonal skills, and ability to build relationships
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
Must maintain valid driver's license
Able to travel 30%-50% of the time
This job primarily requires traveling to Midstream oil and gas facilities, in such cases, individuals are required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and work is performed partially outdoors.
Able to work outdoors in harsh weather conditions
Able to support operations after hours
MidstreamPhillips 66's Midstream business is a safe, reliable and trusted logistics provider for the movement and storage of liquid or gas energy via pipelines or terminals. We are an industry leader in logistics and operate or manage more than 22,000 miles of pipelines that transport crude oil from oil fields to refineries and finished products from refineries to storage terminals. We operate 39 terminals that supply finished products to consumer gas stations, as well as crude oil and NGL storage terminals and NGL fractionation facilities. We also provide the connectivity between the various Phillips 66 business units.Total RewardsAt Phillips 66, providing access to high quality programs and care for you and your family is important to us. Maintaining a culture of well-being — physical, emotional, social, and financial — is essential for a high-performing organization. When we are at our best, we are poised to deliver exceptional results — personally and professionally. Benefits for certain eligible, full-time employees include:
Annual Variable Cash Incentive Program (VCIP) bonus
8% 401k company match
Cash Balance Account pension
Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits with an annual company contribution to a Health Savings Account for employees on HDHP
Total well-being programs and incentives, including Employee Assistance Plan, well-being reimbursement, and backup family care services
Learn more about Phillips 66 Total Rewards (http://hr.phillips66.com) .Phillips 66 has more than 140 years of experience in providing the energy that enables people to dream bigger and go farther, faster. We are committed to improving lives, and that is our promise to our employees and our communities. We are sustained by the backgrounds and experiences of our diverse teams, which reflect who we are, the environment we create and how we work together. We have been recognized by the Human Rights Campaign, U.S. Department of Labor and the Military Times for our continued commitment to inclusive practices and policies in the hiring and retention of those in the LGBTQ+ community and military veterans. Our company is built on values of safety, honor and commitment. We call our cultural mindset Our Energy in Action, which we define through four simple, intuitive behaviors: We work for the greater good, create an environment of trust, seek different perspectives and achieve excellence.Learn more about Phillips 66 and how we are working to meet the world's energy needs today and tomorrow, by visiting phillips66.com.To be consideredIn order to be considered for this position you must complete the entire application process, which includes answering all prescreening questions and providing your eSignature on or before the requisition closing date of 10/21/2024 .Candidates for regular U.S. positions must be a U.S. citizen or national, or an alien admitted as permanent resident, refugee, asylee or temporary resident under 8 U.S.C. 1160(a) or 1255(a)(1). Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.Phillips 66 is an EEO and Affirmative Action Employer of Women/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities