Operations Data Engineer

Full time

Operations Data Engineer

United States of America, Texas, Houston 34 days ago

Job category

Operations

Experience level

Intermediate

Relocation available

This role is not eligible for relocation

Job type

Professionals

Travel required

Up to 25% travel should be expected with this role

Job code

RQ102493

Job Description

About Archaea

bp is committed to investing in lower carbon energy so we can meet our ambition to reach net zero by 2050. And while we’re still mostly in oil and gas today, bioenergy is one of our five transition growth engines and a key focus to help us support the global energy transition.

Archaea Energy, a bp company, is a leader in landfill gas to energy and the largest renewable natural gas (RNG) producer in the US. With big ambitions, we specialize in the development, construction and operation of RNG, landfill-gas-to-electric and dairy digester facilities. The team operates around 50 sites in 32 states with a robust development pipeline.

About the role

The Operations Data Engineer will configure, troubleshoot, and maintain the plant historian and data infrastructure for all asset types in operations. The position is expected to understand equipment deployed at each facility and will work directly with TECH, Field Services, and Operations Planning to develop and execute improvements in the plant historian and other data keeping sources.

The primary focuses for this position are management of Ignition and Aveva data infrastructures, PLC development & installation, and HMI development & installation. Travel requirement of 25%.

Key accountabilities

Maintains data infrastructure for all operating sites through the Ignition and Aveva platforms

Troubleshoots and resolves data communications loss between field sites and back-office TECH infrastructure

Creates and manages TAG-DEVICE interface for all operating sites to ensure accuracy of data descriptions

Collaborates with Operations and TECH to locate and execute new TAG data feeds into existing enterprise reporting infrastructure

Creates, edits, and automates reports in Ignition and Aveva for use in environmental and revenue compliance programs

Assists with the development of HMI and PLC controls for new facilities.

Ability to locate and create device-tag relationships within plant HMI and PLC programs

Works closely with all engineering disciplines as well as operations staff to support accurate and complete data storage at operating sites.

Essential education

A bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, information technology, data science, or a related engineering field 3-5 years of related experience in a technical role using Ignition, Aveva or similar data storage platforms.

Essential experience

3-5 year’s experience with Ignition, Aveva, or similar data storage platforms

Strong familiarity with Kepware, including setup, driver configuration, and ongoing maintenance to support reliable industrial connectivity.

Experience with natural gas or LFG fueled engines in either power generation or gas compression applications

Previous experience with PLC programming and troubleshooting, preferably GE/Fanuc or GE Intelligent Platforms (Proficy Machine Edition or Cimplicity)

Familiar with HMI programming or troubleshooting (no specific manufacturer)

Experience working with and troubleshooting VFD motor controls and basic process control equipment (pressure, flow, temperature sensors)

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Microsoft Word; Microsoft Excel; Microsoft Outlook; SQL; Rockwell RSLogix 5000, Rockwell FactroyTalk, GE/Fanuc and GE Intelligent platforms; Ignition; Aveva. Experience with other PLC and HMI programming platforms is highly desirable.

Why join us?

Delivering a better and more balanced energy system requires many different approaches and solutions. All of us have a part to play. We aim to support our people to learn and grow in an inclusive environment in which everyone is respected and treated fairly. So, if you have the right skills, commitment and courage to help us invest in today’s energy system and build out tomorrow’s, today!

How much do we pay? $102,900 - $147,000. *Note that the pay range listed for this position is a genuinely expected and reasonable estimate of the range of possible base compensation at the time of posting.

This position offers paid vacation depending on your years of relevant industry experience and will range from 120 – 240 hours of vacation per year for full times employees (60 - 240 hours of vacation per year for part time employees). You will also be eligible for 9 paid holidays per year and 2 personal choice holidays. You may learn more about how we calculate paid vacation and view our generous vacation and holiday schedules at benefits@bp. Bp has a parental leave policy as well, which offers up to 8 weeks’ paid leave for the birth or adoption of a child. Learn more at benefits@bp.

Join our industry-leading team and you’ll receive a reward and wellbeing package to enable your work to fit with your life. These include, but are not limited to:

Grades 9-12:

Discretionary Annual Bonus Program

Quarterly Momentum Bonus

401K Program

Health, Vision, And Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

But above all? You’ll play a key part in helping bp deliver our ambition – to be a net zero company by 2050 or sooner and help the world get to net zero. today!

Legal Disclaimer:

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic status, neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bp’s recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us.

If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.

Our innovative Energize recognition points programme and spot awards translate exceptional performance into tangible rewards, to motivate our high performers.

Pay

bp offers competitive pay in line with industry standards, making us an employer of choice.

Discretionary bonus

We offer discretionary bonuses to reward strong company, business unit and individual performance, and recognition awards, including those related to long service to recognize commitment to the company.

Retirement & savings

We offer a range of discretionary retirement and savings plans to help provide you and your family with financial security.

Insurance benefits

To give you additional peace of mind, bp provides valuable insurance benefits in some countries. These are designed to provide financial assistance to employees and their families if employees become unwell or die in service.

Equity

Depending on your location and job level, there may be equity (stock and share) options you are eligible to join so you can be part of bp’s success.