SCADA Manager
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Job Location:
Houston, MS - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
The SCADA Manager is responsible for managing the people processes and technologies that support the Companys SCADA program (GeoSCADA). The SCADA Manager will collaborate closely with leadership across upstream and midstream business units to plan direct and coordinate the development implementation and operation of SCADA and measurement system solutions.
Key responsibilities include developing and executing SCADA and automation architectural strategies aligned with business objectives ensuring systems are scalable secure and standardized. The role serves as a central point of coordination across engineering IT production accounting and operations to drive alignment clear communication and successful execution. Additional responsibilities include maintaining and troubleshooting downstream integrations that rely on real time SCADA data.
The SCADA Manager will oversee contractor and vendor performance by defining scopes monitoring deliverables and ensuring compliance with company standards schedules and budgets. This individual will also maintain an end-to-end understanding of monitoring and control systems to support system reliability data integrity and continuous improvement. This position reports directly to Director of Surface Operations Support and is located in downtown Houston TX. Hybrid work schedule is an option for remote work on Mondays and Fridays. Level and salary commensurate with background and experience.
Essential Job Functions
Responsible for managing multiple Control RoomSCADA Systems for the Companys upstream and midstream businesses including but not limited to conversions upgrades standardization maintenance/troubleshooting and Disaster Recover (DR)
Lead training and provide technical guidance to SCADA Specialists end users and project managers to improve troubleshooting effectiveness and system optimization.
Oversee technological solutions that interact with SCADA including measurement data integrity (FlowCal) SCADA Historian (Canary) artificial lift systems (XSPOC) Allocation Software (Procount) and Field Data Management (Field Operator Route Survellience)
Partner with leaders in upstream and midstream Operation Teams as well as the field data communications team to ensure the SCADA team is executing on the Companys automation initiatives objectives and expectations.
Responsible for following and monitoring compliance procedures for Integration Development and Control Room Management.
Oversee the design development and delivery of reports and insights that analyze business functions and key performance metrics while implementing efficient manual and automated processes to meet internal and external data requirements.
Manage and mentor SCADA Specialists including workflow performance & feedback time reporting and training.
Manage Projects and Contractors including tasks timelines and project financial budgets.
Manage SCADA Operations and System Administration including the use of a JIRA ticketing system to track prioritize validate and close out requests
Work closely with and support functional groups including Operations Production Accounting Commercial Measurement IT Environmental and Field Technical Services to meet business requirements.
Develop and implement quality controls and departmental standards to ensure quality standards and organizational expectations.
Anticipate future demands of initiatives related to people technology budget and business within the department as it relates to the needs of the overall organization and design/implement solutions to meet these needs.
Communicate results and business impacts of insight initiatives to stakeholders within and outside of the company.
Stay current on industry standards and regulations to ensure compliance and system safety.
Leverage team to analyze operational data identify patterns and proactively address systemic issues.
Develop strategy and implementation plan for data integrations with real-time data across the organization
This job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities of the will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and duties outside of their normal responsibilities as assigned by their supervisor.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Engineering or related Technical Field
10 years of SCADA Automation system experience
Exposure to telecommunications including radio and FCC requirements
Extensive technical SCADA systems knowledge training and understanding combined with independent thinking to guide work performed with broader technical and business context
5 years of Project Management and/or Supervisory experience
5 years of oil & gas industry experience with a working knowledge of gas measurement process automation device protocols networking and telecommunications
Strong problem solving quantitative and analytical abilities
Strong ability to plan and manage numerous processes people and projects simultaneously
Excellent communication collaboration and delegation skills
Strong organizational and analytical skills
Ability to travel to field locations as needed (estimated 10-20%)
Ability to work in a fast-paced and fluid environment; flexible with the demands of a growing company
Ability to meet deadlines
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and to use standard office equipment including a computer stamina to maintain attention to detail despite interruptions strength to lift and carry files weighing up to 10 pounds; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone
The physical demands described here are representative of those that mustbe met by an employee to successfullyperform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Preferred Qualifications
5 years of telecommunications experience including radio and FCC requirements
8 years of Project Management and/or Supervisory experience
Experience with GeoSCADA
Experience with FlowCal TestIt XSPOC P2 ProCount Field Operator and Canary Historian software applications
Experience in configuring Control Centers/Rooms and process monitoring screens
Experience managing Upstream and Midstream Control Rooms
Experience with SCADA Conversion and Standardization Projects.
Working Knowledge of applicable API ISO/IEC ISA Standards for SCADA Systems.
Familiarity with industrial protocols such as Modbus and MQTT.
Familiarity with common industrial programmable devices such as Allen Bradley Compact Logix/ControlLogix SCADAPack Red Lion Controller Fischer ROC & ABB Flow Computers.
Experience with real-time data integrations
EEO Statement:
Chord Energy does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race color religion sex (including pregnancy and gender identity) national origin political affiliation sexual orientation marital status disability genetic information age membership in an employee organization retaliation parental status military service or other non-merit factor.
Required Experience:
Manager
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About Company
Chord Energy delivers abundant energy responsibly, affordably, and reliably, as oil and gas continues to be an essential part of a diversified energy solution for ever-growing global demand.
