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POSITION SUMMARY
The Process Controls Professional supports control systems for the gas gathering, compression, processing, and pipeline assets in the East Texas area. This role provides technical stewardship for SCADA systems, PLC programs, and HMI systems. The position is responsible for implementing process controls improvements, troubleshooting control system issues, and supporting projects in adherence to MPLX standards and industry best practices. This role works closely with Operations, Engineering, Maintenance, Measurement and Environmental teams to ensure safe, reliable, and compliant operations through effective application of control strategies and automation technologies.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Programs PLCs (primarily Allen Bradley and Emerson) to automate processes and sequences to achieve operational safety and efficiency objectives
- Develops HMI graphics (primarily Wonderware) to accurately depict the processes being controlled and enhance asset operability
- Maintains SCADA systems to collect and display data from flow computers, PLCs, and RTUs in the field
- Provides process controls support for a wide breadth of midstream asset types including gas gathering, compression, pipelines, and processing facilities
- Proactively identifies opportunities for control system enhancements
- Supports a wide range of communications protocols such as Modbus, OPC, DeviceNet, and EtherNet/IP
- Provides process controls support for maintenance and capital projects
- Works collaboratively with Process Controls peers in support of standardization and continuous improvement initiatives
- Maintains C&E and controls narrative documents
- Understands local operational processes and supports operations teams in troubleshooting abnormal process conditions
- Understands control system drawings and P&IDs
- Understands and applies MPLX standards and industry best practices
- Understands Process Safety Management concepts and actively participates in programs such as Management of Change (MOC) and Process Hazard Analysis (PHA)
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
This position belongs to a family of jobs with increasing responsibility, competency, and skill level. Actual position title and pay grade will be based on the selected candidate’s experience and qualifications.
- Associate's degree or vocational qualifications in related field required; Bachelor’s degree in engineering preferred
- Seven (7) years of related experience required
- Valid Driver's License required
- Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check and drug test
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Location:
Carthage, Texas
Additional locations:
Job Requisition ID:
00023035
Location Address:
356 FM 959
Education:
Employee Group:
Full time
Employee Subgroup:
Regular
Marathon Petroleum Company LP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decision-making, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition or AIDS/HIV status, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, military, veteran status, marital status, citizenship or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant, click here.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process at Marathon Petroleum LP, please contact our Human Resources Department at [email protected]. Please specify the reasonable accommodation you are requesting, along with the job posting number in which you may be interested. A Human Resources representative will review your request and contact you to discuss a reasonable accommodation. Marathon Petroleum offers a total rewards program which includes, but is not limited to, access to health, vision, and dental insurance, paid time off, 401k matching program, paid parental leave, and educational reimbursement. Detailed benefit information is available at https://mympcbenefits.com.The hired candidate will also be eligible for a discretionary company-sponsored annual bonus program.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Veteran / Disability
We will consider all qualified Applicants for employment, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. In reviewing criminal history in connection with a conditional offer of employment, Marathon will consider the key responsibilities of the role.
