Wireless System Engineer
Job Summary
INTECH Process Automation is seeking a seasoned Wireless System Engineer to join our Operations & Maintenance (O&M) team responsible for the engineering maintenance troubleshooting optimization and reliability of industrial wireless instrumentation systems. The role supports WirelessHART and industrial wireless networks gateways access points RF coverage device provisioning cybersecurity diagnostics and integration with plant control and monitoring systems.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead engineering maintenance troubleshooting and optimization of WirelessHART and industrial wireless systems.
- Maintain and configure wireless gateways access points network managers antennas and associated infrastructure.
- Perform RF planning coverage assessments signal-strength analysis interference checks and network optimization.
- Provision configure commission and troubleshoot WirelessHART field devices and network connections.
- Monitor wireless network health device connectivity battery status communication quality and diagnostics.
- Troubleshoot wireless communication gateway device power battery and network-related faults.
- Ensure appropriate wireless cybersecurity authentication access control encryption and configuration security.
- Support integration of wireless systems with DCS SCADA PLC historian ICSS and other approved interfaces.
- Support FAT/SAT commissioning loop checks functional testing system upgrades and post-maintenance verification.
- Review wireless system performance and recommend coverage capacity reliability battery-life and technology improvements.
- Maintain system architecture network drawings device databases configuration backups test records and CMMS documentation.
- Coordinate with Instrumentation ICSS IT/OT Operations Engineering CMC HSE and OEM/vendor teams.
- Support MOC configuration control cybersecurity assessments and approved system modifications.
- Ensure compliance with PTW LOTO HSE hazardous-area cybersecurity and site requirements.
Requirements:
To Be Successful in This Role You Must Have:
- Bachelors degree in Instrumentation Control Electronics Electrical Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
- Minimum 7 years of relevant oil & gas experience including at least 3 years in industrial wireless systems/instrumentation.
- Strong knowledge of WirelessHART and industrial wireless architecture.
- Experience with wireless gateways access points network managers antennas and RF infrastructure.
- Competent in RF planning coverage assessment signal analysis interference troubleshooting and network optimization.
- Hands-on experience with WirelessHART device provisioning configuration commissioning and diagnostics.
- Knowledge of wireless cybersecurity authentication encryption access control and configuration management.
- Experience with battery/power management device health communication reliability and wireless performance monitoring.
- Knowledge of integration with DCS SCADA PLC ICSS historian and other control systems.
- Experience with FAT/SAT commissioning functional testing troubleshooting and system upgrades.
- Strong RCA reliability improvement technical documentation and CMMS skills.
- Knowledge of hazardous-area requirements and CMC/security requirements is desirable.
- Relevant WirelessHART/OEM training or industrial wireless certification is highly desirable.
We Offer Competitive Benefits:
- Global Exposure: Opportunities to work on international projects and collaborate with global teams.
- Competitive Compensation: A salary package that recognizes your expertise and contributions.
- Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical insurance for you and your dependents.
- Learning Opportunities: Access to training programs workshops and certifications to enhance your skills.
- Inclusive Environment: A workplace that celebrates diversity and fosters collaboration.
Why Join INTECH Automation Intelligence
At INTECH you will have the opportunity to work with a globally renowned industrial automation and digitalization technology company. For nearly 30 years INTECH has partnered with major oil and gas global giants to deliver innovative solutions. As we continue to lead in the Industry 4.0 era you will be at the forefront of transformative technologies that solve real-world challenges.
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About Company
INTECH is an Automation & Intelligence company delivering solutions primarily to industrial customers since 1991. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, INTECH has operations in 13 countries across five continents, which work together to serve our regional and global customers to the highes ... View more