Instrument & Control Tech​/Instrument & Control Tech Sr

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BHE GT&S has an exciting opportunity as an Instrument and Control Technician/Instrument & Control Technician Sr. at our Leesburg Station in Leesburg, VA.

• This role installs, maintains and troubleshoots instrumentation control circuits and equipment related to natural gas processes such as the compression dehydration measurement transmission and storage of natural gas.
• Installation includes mounting wiring, connecting, testing, configuring and programming instruments and devices.
• Maintenance includes routine calibration and functional testing of process instruments and devices, documentation of calibration data, collected during inspections utilizing the instrument inspection monitoring system, verification of data communication systems that provide real‑time process and alarm information to the facility control center.
• Troubleshooting includes the utilization of equipment such as a laptop computer, multi‑meter, instrument/device communicator device, software, documenting process calibrator, etc.
• Develops and maintains interactive work relationships to accurately and effectively complete job responsibilities.
• Directs, advises, instructs, inspects, supports and/or assists contractors and employees in the design, construction, operation and maintenance of assets.
• Ensures regulatory and compliance standards are met.

Two‑year degree with a minimum of one year direct hands‑on experience in instrumentation, PLCs and Computer Systems OR a minimum of four years direct hands‑on experience in instrumentation, PLCs, and Computer Systems without a two‑year degree.

• With degree, a minimum of three years direct hands‑on experience with instrumentation, PLC’s and Computer systems.
• Without degree, minimum of seven years direct hands‑on experience with instrumentation, PLC’s and Computer systems.
• Ability to lead project teams, assume project supervisor role and develop action plans.
• Knowledge of Natural Gas and Electric‑Driven Gas Compressors.
• Knowledge of Gas and Fire Detection Systems.
• Knowledge of Emergency Shut Down (ESD) Systems.

• Ability to interpret control system software for the purpose of diagnostic troubleshooting.
• Ability to pass electrical, electronic, and digital equipment troubleshooting tests.
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical, electronic, and pneumatic equipment.
• Ability to interpret installation specifications, wiring schematics, instrument drawings and component diagrams.
• Ability to define specifications and requisition instrumentation and control equipment.
• Ability to define problems, collect data and draw conclusions.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Ability to communicate effectively and develop rapport.
• Ability to operate diagnostic equipment (multimeter, calibrator, oscilloscope, etc.)
• Ability to operate personal computer.
• Knowledge of reciprocating and turbine engines, gas dehydration, measurement, environmental motoring, compression and supporting systems.
• Knowledge of electric driven compressors may be required.
• Knowledge of electrical and electronic theory and principles.
• Knowledge of Measurement devices (Press, Flow, Temperature, Moisture, Vibration, Speed, Density, Level) and ability to calibrate the same.
• Knowledge of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) and Distributed Control Systems (DCS).
• Knowledge of Variable Frequency Drives (VFD).
• Knowledge of Human Machine Interface (HMI).
• Knowledge of Ethernet Communications Equipment.
• Knowledge of Valves and Positioners.
• Knowledge of National Electric Code and National Bureau of Standards Transmitter calibration and tolerance standards.
• Knowledge of applicable regulatory requirements.

Successful candidates are required to live within commuting distance of 50 Miles – OR – if you do not live within 50 miles must be willing to self‑relocate.

• Associate (Typically two years of related, progressive work experience would be needed for candidates applying for this position who do not possess an associate degree.)