Automation Specialist - Carlsbad, NM

Post Date

May 22, 2025

Location

Carlsbad,
New Mexico

ZIP/Postal Code

88220
US
Aug 06, 2025 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract

Category

Engineering (Non IT)

Req #

HOU-784140

Pay Rate

$42 - $53 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

As a Mid-Level Automation Technician, you will combine solid entry-level technical skills with advanced troubleshooting and diagnostics to keep our onshore production facilities running safely and efficiently. You will interpret engineering design documents, commission new control systems, validate control loops, configure field devices, and test alarmsclearly explaining control-logic functionality and recommending solutions when system performance is affected.

Primary Purpose
Install, program, calibrate, maintain, and repair a wide variety of automation and electrical equipment that supports Occidentals upstream oil-and-gas production assets.

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Required Skills & Experience

Education/Experience
- Associate degree in Instrumentation or Automation Technology or at least a GED
- 3+ years as an Automation Specialist and 3+ years of oil-field experience.
- Technical Proficiency
- Advanced understanding of well-site RTU design, programming, and troubleshooting.
- Advanced knowledge of analog/discrete instrumentation and serial/Ethernet protocols.
- Intermediate ability to maintain PLC programs (ladder, function block, structured text) and local HMIs.
- Proficiency with Rockwell Studio 5000 and FactoryTalk View.
- Work Requirements
- Ability to travel to remote sites, work under supplied air, and operate from aerial platforms.
- Capable of working independently with limited supervision.
- Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office and Windows OS.

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

-Studio 5000 Experience
-FactoryTalk View Experience
- 7+ years of oil-field experience, including 3+ years focused on upstream automation.
- Hands-on experience with Allen-Bradley and Rosemount equipment.
- Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, wiring diagrams, and Cause & Effect charts.
- Intermediate proficiency in troubleshooting control networks (ControlNet, EtherNet/IP, fiber optics, RF).
- Strong interpersonal skills; able to build trust, collaborate across disciplines, and drive positive performance.

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.