Director of Terminal Automation

Pike Fuels Management Services Lp

Job Location:

Middletown, DE - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 7 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Director of Terminal AutomationatPike Fuels Management Services LP d/b/a

Lucknow-Highspire Terminalsin Middletown PA

Lead automation initiatives across all terminal locations. Responsible for overseeing the maintenance of existing systems spearheading the design and implementation of new systems and leading a team of professionals to ensure operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership:
- Develop and implement a comprehensive automation strategy aligned with company objectives.
- Provide leadership and direction to the terminal automation team across all locations.
- Collaborate with senior management to identify opportunities for technological advancement.
- Direct and coordinate energy reduction and operational efficiencies automation initiatives.

Maintenance & Support:
- Oversee the maintenance and troubleshooting of existing electromechanical automation systems within storage terminals and truck rack loading facilities.
- Ensure system reliability and minimal downtime by implementing best practices and preventive maintenance programs.

Research & Development:
- Lead the research and evaluation of new system components compatible with or superior to existing technologies.
- Establish relationships with suppliers and vendors to source components that meet operational and regulatory requirements.

System Design & Implementation:
- Direct the design of innovative automation solutions that integrate with legacy systems.
- Oversee the development of detailed schematics and engineering documents for new system implementations.
- Lead technology modernization efforts across legacy systems with improved operational efficiencies and heightened security.
- Manage end-to-end project lifecycles including proof of concept development testing installation and support.

Programming & Technical Oversight:
- Supervise programming and configuration of automation systems including both legacy and modern PLCs and HMIs uniquely customized to operational needs.
- Ensure existing programs are updated and optimized for efficiency security and performance.

Troubleshooting & Problem-Solving:
- Develop and implement methods to diagnose and resolve system failures.
- Provide expert guidance on complex technical issues.

Documentation & Compliance:
- Ensure comprehensive documentation for all systems including user manuals maintenance procedures and technical specifications.
- Maintain compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.

Team Development:
- Recruit mentor and develop a high-performing team of automation professionals.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth.

Supervise 2: Software Developer; Data Scientist & Architect.

Requirements:

Requires a Bachelors degree in Radio Frequency Engineering Electrical Engineering Industrial Engineering Automation Engineering or a closely related field plus 10 years of experience in automation engineering. Total experience must include:

10 years with:
- full cycle project management including end-to-end design proof of concept development testing installation and support;
- troubleshooting and developing monitoring and alerting systems and methods to determine system failures across blended technologies and components;
8 years with:
- programming languages and protocols relevant to PLCs and automation controllers using 1 of the following: SCADA PLC Modbus or BACNet;
- integrating and managing modern and legacy automation technologies in complex industrial systems using 1 of the following: Allen Bradley PLCs TopTech FCM I and II or Multiload I & II;
6 years with:
- Reverse and Adaptive Engineering Cross Platform Integration and Engineering System Harmonization automation design and development techniques;
- environmental (thermal and infrared) and security camera deployment;
- access control and communication device deployment and monitoring using 1 of the following: 2n Bosch & Toptech.

30% domestic travel to other LHT terminal locations throughout PA required.

Occasional telecommuting possible.

Apply to: .Refer to job #1328.

Position is eligible for employee referral program.

Required Experience:

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Director of Terminal AutomationatPike Fuels Management Services LP d/b/aLucknow-Highspire Terminalsin Middletown PALead automation initiatives across all terminal locations. Responsible for overseeing the maintenance of existing systems spearheading the design and implementation of new systems and l...