Drilling Automation Engineer

5 days ago


Houston, Texas, United States Patterson-UTI Full time
Job Description

Patterson-UTI's Drilling Automation team is a dynamic group of professionals working to enhance our operations through automation. Engineers in our Technology Group are responsible for the conception, design, development, and maintenance of drilling rig control system(s) software and hardware. The ideal candidate should have a solid understanding of control system principles, exceptional problem-solving skills, experience with Variable Frequency Drives, industrial communication protocols, and drilling rig equipment. They will be responsible for developing new products, sustaining current rig software applications, and fixing issues that are reported with the systems.

Key Responsibilities
  • Designing drilling advisory systems to improve drilling efficiency
  • Automation of repetitive multistep mechanical tasks in the drilling process such as connections, reaming, and tripping
  • Integration of third-party applications into the control system such as battery energy storage and managed pressure drilling systems
Requirements
  • Ability to work independently as well as part of a team, managing multiple tasks and working on multiple projects simultaneously to meet challenging deadlines
  • Demonstrate clear written and verbal communication skills and the ability to promptly give and follow directions when working with others
  • Demonstrate forward thinking and problem-solving skills to deliver quality products that enhance the company's vision and drilling portfolio
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline or related field preferably Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Controls and Automation
  • 3+ years of proven experience with PLC programming and HMI development
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in Omron or Siemens PLC programming
  • Proficiency in developing PLC code in ladder logic, structured text, statement list, SFC, etc.
  • Experience in HMI development using Wonderware or equivalent
Work Environment

This position requires the person to be able to work in a time-sensitive, high-visibility role and regularly travel as needed to support business units and to visit work sites. It may also require extended travel to remote locations and/or overnight stay(s) during variable hours.



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