Automation Engineering Technician I/II/III/Sr

Summary

EQT Corporation is one of the United States' leading producers of natural gas and is focused on creating long-term value for all stakeholders. The Automation Engineering Technician role supports the Automation Engineering function through project and maintenance construction, hardware/software changes, and technical support to field operations.

Responsibilities

• Support compressor and pipeline facility commissioning tasks for new facility TILs and modifications of existing sites
• Gather onsite technical data for Automation Engineers and Compression Design Engineers related to capital project assignments, especially automated equipment
• Assisting engineers and operations with the specification, installation, and modification of automation systems
• Install, configure, and calibrate automation equipment and control systems
• Troubleshooting & Repair: Diagnose and fixing issues with automated and integrated systems
• Assist with HMI & PLC software revisions and updates under direction from Automation Engineers (configuration, logic, displays, and security parameters)
• Implement Cyber Security policies, including firmware and password updates on automation hardware

Skills

• Associate's degree in electrical, chemical, civil, mechanical, or petroleum engineering; or in math, science, or a closely related field. Equivalent military, vocational, or directly applicable work experience considered
• Valid driver's license
• Foundational knowledge of automation and control system concepts, fundamentals, and theory
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Intermediate computer/software skills
• Effective teamwork and communication abilities. Be self-motivated and willing to work individually or as a team member
• Ability to adhere to predefined work plans and meet deadlines
• Ability to read and interpret electrical prints, P&ID, and block diagrams
• Ability to understand and troubleshoot PLC code, including Ladder logic, function block diagrams, and structured text
• Demonstrate the ability to install industrial control devices and program motor controllers
• 2 to 8+ years of increasing responsibility in automation, instrumentation, or controls, with demonstrated proficiency in PLCs, HMIs, and control systems
• Proficiency in: Modicon (Schneider) PLCs, Allen Bradley PLCs, RedLion HMIs
• AC/DC, digital, and analog circuits (design and troubleshooting)
• Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
• RTU configuration and data exchange (Thermo Fisher, ABB, Eagle)
• Communication protocols (RS232/485, Ethernet, Modbus)

Qualifications

Must Haves

• Associate's degree in electrical, chemical, civil, mechanical, or petroleum engineering; or in math, science, or a closely related field. Equivalent military, vocational, or directly applicable work experience considered
• Valid driver's license
• Foundational knowledge of automation and control system concepts, fundamentals, and theory
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Intermediate computer/software skills
• Effective teamwork and communication abilities. Be self-motivated and willing to work individually or as a team member
• Ability to adhere to predefined work plans and meet deadlines
• Ability to read and interpret electrical prints, P&ID, and block diagrams
• Ability to understand and troubleshoot PLC code, including Ladder logic, function block diagrams, and structured text
• Demonstrate the ability to install industrial control devices and program motor controllers

Nice to Haves

• 2 to 8+ years of increasing responsibility in automation, instrumentation, or controls, with demonstrated proficiency in PLCs, HMIs, and control systems
• Proficiency in: Modicon (Schneider) PLCs, Allen Bradley PLCs, RedLion HMIs
• AC/DC, digital, and analog circuits (design and troubleshooting)
• Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
• RTU configuration and data exchange (Thermo Fisher, ABB, Eagle)
• Communication protocols (RS232/485, Ethernet, Modbus)

Benefits

• Hybrid work arrangement, including remote collaboration (30-40% of the time), and regular field support across the asset footprint (60-70% of the time)