- Location
- Remote · Canonsburg, Pennsylvania, United States
- Workplace
- Remote
- Department
- Information Technology - Corporate Applications
- Education
- Certification
- Source
- Greenhouse
Description
EQT is one of the United States' leading producers of natural gas and the first traditional energy company of scale in the world to achieve Net Zero on a Scope 1 and Scope 2 basis.
From the office to the field, the #EQTeam is fueling the future. Power your potential with us.
At EQT, we are making strides toward becoming the best producer by creating long-term value for all stakeholders, including employees, landowners, communities, industry partners and investors. Our vision is to evolve EQT into a modern, connected, digitally enabled organization.
With an incredibly collaborative culture and a determined, progressive workplace, EQT was both named a National Top Workplace, as well as one of Pittsburgh's Best Places to Work!
Join our Qrew!
The Automation Engineering Technician I/II/III role directly supports the Automation Engineering function through new project and maintenance construction/commissioning, execution of approved hardware/software changes, and providing technical support to field operations.
The Automation Engineering Technician I/II/III responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- 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.
Required Experience and 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.
Preferred Experience and Skills:
- 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)
Work Location: This position includes a hybrid work arrangement, including remote collaboration (30-40% of the time), and regular field support across the asset footprint (60-70% of the time).
Selected incumbent will be placed into the position that best suits their abilities and experience level.
EQT Corporation and its subsidiaries is an Equal Opportunity Employer -- Disabilities/Veterans.