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The Automation Supervisor works closely with Operations, Engineering, Measurement, SCADA, and other departments to ensure automation systems operate safely, reliably, and efficiently.\nThis position is based in Hobbs, New Mexico. Due to operational and emergency response requirements, the successful candidate must reside within approximately 1.5 hours of the Hobbs plant/reporting location. Relocation may be required.\nDUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES\nEssential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:\n Supervise, lead, train, and provide technical directions to Automation Technicians and other assigned personnel. \nCoordinate daily work assignments, priorities, preventive maintenance activities, troubleshooting, and automation projects. \nProvide technical support for automation, instrumentation, electrical, communication, and control systems throughout gathering systems, compressor stations, and processing facilities. \nEnsure shutdown systems, controls, transmitters, recorders, chromatographs, analyzers, measurement equipment, and related instrumentation are properly calibrated, maintained, and functioning as designed. \nTroubleshoot PLCs, instrumentation, electrical systems, communications, control logic, and field devices. \nReview and troubleshoot PLC programming and ladder logic, including GE and Allen-Bradley systems. \nSupport the installation, commissioning, startup, maintenance, and modification of automation and control systems. \nRespond to operational alarms, equipment failures, and automation-related issues and coordinate corrective actions to minimize operational downtime. \nAssist Operations with troubleshooting compressors, plant equipment, dehydration facilities, gathering systems, and associated control equipment. \nCoordinate automation activities associated with planned shutdowns, facility startups, maintenance activities, and operational changes. \nReview P&IDs, electrical drawings, control schematics, loop drawings, and other technical documentation. \nMaintain and improve documentation related to PLC programs, control systems, instrumentation, electrical systems, and automation equipment. \nIdentify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, system performance, operational efficiency, and automation standardization. \nWork closely with Operations, Engineering, Measurement, SCADA, vendors, and contractors on automation projects and system improvements. \nCoordinate and oversee contractors and vendors performing automation, instrumentation, electrical, and control-system work. \nAssist with planning automation projects, equipment upgrades, installations, and facility expansions. \nEnsure automation work is completed in accordance with Company standards, applicable electrical codes, manufacturer recommendations, and regulatory requirements. \nPromote and enforce Company safety policies and safe work practices, including electrical safety and NFPA 70E requirements. \nEnsure employees receive appropriate training and have the technical knowledge necessary to safely perform assigned work. \nAssist with employee development, performance feedback, and technical training for Automation Technicians. \nMaintain appropriate inventory of critical automation, instrumentation, and electrical parts and equipment. \nParticipate in an on-call rotation and respond to operational emergencies and automation issues as required. \nMaintain a valid driver's license in the state of residency. \nMaintain required proximity to the assigned reporting location to support operational and emergency response requirements. \nComply with all applicable Company policies and federal, state, and local regulations. \nMaintain honest, respectful, and effective internal and external working relationships. \nPerform related duties and responsibilities as required and other duties as assigned. \nQUALIFICATIONS\nKnowledge of:\nAutomation and instrumentation systems used in natural gas gathering, compression, and processing operations.\nPLC hardware, programming, and ladder logic, including Allen-Bradley and GE systems. \nInstrumentation and control systems, including pressure, temperature, level, flow, and analytical instrumentation. \nGas and liquid chromatographs, including ABB, AIC, Daniels, or similar equipment. \nGas analytical equipment, including H2S and O2 analyzers. \nElectrical systems including 120V, 240V, and 480V equipment. \nElectrical and instrumentation troubleshooting tools, including voltmeters, HART communicators, process meters, and similar diagnostic equipment. \nP&IDs, electrical diagrams, control schematics, wiring diagrams, and loop drawings.\nSCADA and industrial communication systems. \nNatural gas compression and associated driven equipment. \nNatural gas gathering systems and processing facilities. \nDehydration facilities and associated control systems. \nPreventive and corrective maintenance practices. \nAccepted safety standards and practices applicable to natural gas pipeline, compression, and processing operations. \nNFPA 70E electrical safety practices. \nApplicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, regulations, and safety requirements. \nMicrosoft Office or comparable software. \nAbility to:\nLead, supervise, train, and develop Automation Technicians. \nPrioritize and coordinate multiple maintenance activities, projects, and operational needs. \nDiagnose complex automation, instrumentation, electrical, and control-system problems. \nRead and interpret P&IDs, electrical drawings, control schematics, and technical documentation. \nTroubleshoot and modify PLC logic and control systems. \nWork independently and make sound decisions during operational and equipment-related issues. \nRespond effectively to emergency situations and equipment failures. \nCommunicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. \nCoordinate effectively with Operations, Engineering, Measurement, SCADA, contractors, and vendors. \nMaintain effective working relationships with employees, management, contractors, and external partners. \nProvide technical guidance while maintaining a strong focus on safety and operational reliability. \nEXPERIENCE and TRAINING GUIDELINES\nAny combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: \nPreferred Education and/or Experience:\n High school diploma or GED required. \nTechnical degree, trade school certification, or additional training in instrumentation, electrical systems, automation, electronics, or a related field preferred. \nFive (5) or more years of progressively responsible automation, instrumentation, electrical, or controls experience, preferably within the oil and gas or midstream industry. \nPrevious lead or supervisory experience preferred. \nStrong working knowledge of Allen-Bradley and/or GE PLCs, including ladder logic and hardware. \nExperience with natural gas gathering systems, compressor stations, and processing facilities preferred. \nExperience troubleshooting and maintaining 120V, 240V, and 480V electrical systems preferred. \nWorking knowledge of P&IDs and electrical diagrams required. \nNFPA 70E certification preferred. \nExperience with industrial instrumentation, analyzers, 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