Senior I&E Technician

Design Solutions and Integration is an employee-owned company providing automation, electrical, and mechanical services to major energy partners including Diamondback Energy, ExxonMobil, ConocoPhillips, and Chevron. Since 2001, we’ve supported oil-field operations with reliable, safety-driven solutions that keep projects moving. Guided by our core values—integrity, safety, accountability, faith, and innovation—we take pride in delivering dependable work for customers who expect the best. As an employee-owner, you’ll have access to competitive wages and a strong benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability coverage, paid time off, a 401(k) match, and participation in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). At DSI, we’re all invested in doing the job right. This position is onsite in Midland/Odessa, Texas.   Description If you are selected as the Automation Technician, you will be providing the Automation department with critical day-to-day troubleshooting and support for SCADA field hardware, communications, and related software. You will work closely with vendors, contractors, and operations field staff on the direct support of all aspects of I&E installation & maintenance.   Your responsibilities may include: • Align with all applicable DOT and OSHA regulations, NEC/NFPA requirements, and safety policies and procedures • Lead with a focus on safety, environmental protection, and regulatory compliance and actively participate in Safety Action Plans • Follow company energy isolation procedures (LOTO) • Perform installation, calibration, maintenance and troubleshooting of automation equipment • Apply expertise for installation, calibration, maintenance, and repairs of instrument, communication, and electrical equipment • Execute planned maintenance checks and calibration and timely submits appropriate reports • PLC installation, troubleshooting, and minor programming • Build and respond to SAP notifications and process work orders • Maintain current and accurate documentation of maintenance activities • Minimize downtime and unsafe conditions by performing preventative and predictive maintenance • Initiate Management of Change requests for proposed changes to equipment, instrumentation, and programs • Assist supervisors in changing technology/budget requirements • Drive collaboration throughout the area of responsibility   Basic/Required: • Current/valid driver's license • 3+ years of relevant automation work experience • Willing and able (with or without reasonable accommodation) to perform/comply with following: o Climb various ladders and stairs up to 50 feet in height to perform maintenance on equipment o Raise and transport articles weighing up to 50 pounds o Walk, stand, stoop, sit, climb, and carry material daily on even and uneven terrain o Work outside in harsh weather conditions o Work alone a high percentage of the time o Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) o Work unscheduled overtime Must have experience troubleshooting low voltage AC/DC power and electronics Must have experience using a milliamp meter with troubleshooting 4-20 ma loops   Preferred: • Associate degree or Trade Certificate or higher in Instrumentation, Electronics, Electrical Technology or foreign equivalent • 5+ years experience in the automation field • 1+ years of experience with communication equipment (Cell Modems, Radios, Network Switches, etc...) • 1+ years of experience with Allen Bradley, Fisher Roc, Automation Direct, ABB, SCADAPack, Redlion (i.e., PLC's, HMI's, drives, etc.) • 1+ years of experience in PLC programming • Basic level of knowledge with electrical systems • Strong Troubleshooting skills • Ability to read and understand electrical drawings (i.e., P&ID's, C&E's)