Wood PLC

Automation Technician II

LocationCarlsbad, NM
Job TypeFull-time

About This Job

Ready to work for an industry leader? Wood is looking for a Mid-Level Automation Technician II in Carlsbad, NM. 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 alarms—clearly explaining control-logic functionality and recommending solutions when system performance is affected. Wood offers health benefits, 401K, vacation and more.

U.S. Only: Authorization to work lawfully in the US without sponsorship from Wood is required.


Install, program, calibrate, maintain, and repair a wide variety of automation and electrical equipment that supports upstream oil-and-gas production assets
Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair PLCs, RTUs, HMIs, and associated instrumentation (level, pressure, flow, vibration, etc.)
Perform preventive and corrective maintenance in accordance with Oxy and industry standards (API, NEC, NFPA, ISA, IEEE)
Provide on-site automation expertise for well pads, tank batteries, salt-water-disposal and compressor stations
Serve as the facility controls subject-matter expert, identifying improvement opportunities that enhance uptime and safety
Develop and modify PLC logic (ladder, function block, structured text) and local HMI graphics
Commission and validate control loops, alarms, and interlocks using engineering documentation (P&IDs, Cause & Effect matrices, control narratives)
Leverage SAP or other CMMS tools to plan, track, and document maintenance activities
Follow Management-of-Change (MOC) procedure sand PLC programming standards
Work safely around energized electrical and instrumentation systems including confined-space and man-lift work while adhering to all corporate and regulatory requirements


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 FactoryTalkView
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 WindowsOS


Preferred Qualifications

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


Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com



Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.

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