Instrument & Control Technician​/Sr. Instrument & Control Technician

Overview

BHE GT&S has an exciting opportunity as an Instrument & Control Technician/Sr. Instrument & Control Technician at our Sabinsville Transmission located in Westfield, PA.

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, and 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, and documentation of process calibrations.
• 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.

Instrument & Control Technician
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• Two-year or higher degree in electronics engineering or related field AND a minimum of two years direct, hands-on experience with instrumentation, PLCs, and Computer Systems OR
• A minimum of four years direct hands-on experience with Instrumentation, PLCs, RTUs and computer systems.

Required
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Must acquire ISA Certified Control Systems Technician (CCST) Level 1 certification within one year of ISA eligibility, not to exceed 15 months.

Sr. Instrument & Control Technician
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• With degree, a minimum of three years direct hands-on experience with instrumentation, PLCs and Computer systems.
• Without degree, minimum of seven years direct hands-on experience with instrumentation, PLCs 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.

Both levels
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• 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 a personal computer.
• Knowledge of reciprocating and turbine engines, gas dehydration, measurement, environmental monitoring, compression and supporting systems.
• Knowledge of electric driven compressors may be required.
• Knowledge of electrical and electronic theory and principles.
• Knowledge of Measurement devices (Pressure, 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.

It is strongly preferred that candidates have additional knowledge, skills, and abilities to effectively perform the job:

• Knowledge of electronic, radio, digital, and remote-control theory.
• Knowledge of applicable regulations and standards (FCC, FAA, AGA, API, NEC).
• Ability to carry equipment and parts (50 - 100 pounds) from vehicle to work site, possibly over rough terrain.
• Ability to interpret installation manuals, technical instructions, wiring diagrams, and blueprints.
• Ability to prepare technical reports and repair and maintenance records.
• Ability to install, test, maintain and repair equipment (electronic gas measurement, telemetering, microwave radio, satellite equipment, chromatographs, etc.) to facilitate effective telecommunication, gas measurement and remote-control operations.
• Ability to direct…