Automation Engineer

Job Description

TechnipFMC is a global leader in the energy industry, specialized in subsea and surface technologies. With our proprietary technologies and production systems, integrated expertise, and comprehensive solutions, we are transforming our clients’ project economics. To learn more about how we are enhancing the performance of the world’s energy industry, go to www.TechnipFMC.com.  

As an Operational Technology Engineer, you will be working remotely 75% of the time outside of the local REMS manufacturing and/or engineering location. You will also be responsible for registering, tracking, documenting and handling disruptions, errors and inquiries regarding automated equipment supported by our REMS manufacturing plants, and other sites as required. You will also help design and deploy automation systems for the REMS plants.

The candidate must be able to demonstrate extensive experience working with Automation Controls Systems, with Site based service or an office role supporting Low Level Controls (LLC) and PLCs for internal customers. They should be able to demonstrate a sound knowledge of commissioning, installing and/or debugging of PLCs and other associated automation equipment. They must have experience in Allen Bradley and/or Siemens PLC’s, a working knowledge of Ignition SCADA, field buses (PROFIBUS, ASI), and a working knowledge of networking systems.

Essential Functions (Job Duties and Responsibilities):

• Design, develop and modification of SCADA system; drive the standardization and adoption across several global sites.
• Development, Commissioning and Troubleshooting of Allen Bradley and/or Siemens controller and operator interface terminal software/applications.
• Work with local REMS teams globally in Incident- management for automated solutions.
• Support of Low-Level-Controls systems, and PLC issues raised by internal customers.
• Able to diagnose and rectify Low-Level-Controls and PLC faults within tight deadlines.
• Able to perform PLC checks, modifications and updates as needed.
• Willing to work on shift and take calls globally off shift as required.
• Be able to troubleshoot electronic issues as required.
• Assist in the deployment of operational technology software as required.

Basic Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in an Engineering discipline, Mechatronics or Computer Science.
• 4+ years’ experience in controls technology.
• Hands-on experience with Allen Bradley, Siemens or/and Schneider PLC.
• Experienced in successfully deploying technical software system solutions in manufacturing environments.
• Experienced in high-level controls (SCADA, IT Networks, databases, software, etc.).
• Advanced proficiency in Controller/ PLC programming and OIT Touchscreen programming on Allen Bradley and/or Siemens controllers.
• Other controllers, HMIs and general programming languages are a plus.
• Controller, I/O, communication module, configuration and wiring.
• Knowledge of Network Architecture.
• Advanced knowledge of Communication Protocols – EthenetIP, Modbus, OPC/DA, OPC/UA, Profibus/net, CIP, DLR.

Knowledge-Skills-Abilities (Competencies):

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant visualization/analytics/ statistical tools.
• Possess initiative & drive to function independently when required.
• Strong analytical skills, dynamic thinking & problem-solving capabilities.
• Strong interpersonal skills and written/verbal communications skills, able to influence, build trust with working teams.
• Strong project management / organizational skills along with demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and able to react to shifting priorities to meet business need.
• Understand Controls software for automated logistics systems.
• Read and understand P&IDs and general process specifications.
• Plant wide and package control system architecture.
• Safety within control system application.
• Pragmatic and proactive.
• Solution-oriented and Service minded.

Travel and Other Requirements:

• Up to 50% overall, at times heavier or lighter pendent on project schedules.
• Frequent evening and/or early morning calls to support multiple global manufacturing locations.