Automation Engineer (Rockwell)

Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities: Develop company standards and policies for controls related hardware and software packages. Develop programming standards to include at least the following: tag naming convention, alarming convention, safety shutdown convention, engine sequencing, engine control algorithms, and acceptance testing methodology. Develop standardized modular programming philosophy for PLC and HMI applications. Develop, maintain and manage machine health and compliance reporting data for reciprocal and turbine engines to ensure high compression fleet reliability and integrity. Provide advanced technical input to engineering and construction to assure effective design, installation and operation of control related software and hardware systems on new construction. Work with third party automation integrators to ensure project development related to HMI, automation, life safety, program logic, program function and cyber security meets NNG standards and requirements Develop PLC and HMI applications for smaller projects, and provide commissioning support. Develop a migration plan and replacement priority recommendation for existing control systems. Investigate, analyze and make recommendations related to reliability, effectiveness and/or efficiency of presently installed and proposed equipment. Provide advanced technical guidance in the installation, evaluation and maintenance of software applications. Interface with management and field personnel to ensure uniformity and continuity and to promote customer service. Position Requirements: Bachelor's degree in the appropriate engineering discipline (mechanical, electrical, civil and chemical) from an accredited institution. Three or more years of progressive related work experience. Experience in pipeline related field activity preferred. Must be versed in multiple industrial controls systems software platforms ie:Rockwell Automation CTI 2500, FTSolutions, and Workshop OPTO 22 OSI PI Must possess skills related to computer and control system networks including common industrial protocols and database management. The incumbent is required to continually upgrade his/her technical training and knowledge of company standards, policies and governmental and industry codes. Must be able to handle rapidly shifting priorities and multiple projects concurrently and work in a functional team with peers geographically dispersed across NNG. Must possess excellent human relations skills to effectively operate in a team-oriented environment. Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively communicate with field teams, technical resources and management. A high level of commitment and personal initiative is necessary. Job duties require considerable analytical and problem-solving abilities. Incumbent works in environments requiring resolution of complex problems in stressful situations. Subject to 24-hr a day, 7 day a week callout. Must possess the ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently.