Automation Technician/ PLC Programmer

4 days ago

Houston, Texas, United States GLX Technologies Full time

GLX Technologies helps Oil & Gas and Water Utility clients optimize operations through automation. Our field services and professional services divisions provide end-to-end solutions—from system design and field integration to final commissioning. We offer both application-specific builds and off-the-shelf control panels to meet diverse needs. By enabling real-time monitoring, control, and data visualization, we drive efficiency, cost reduction, and compliance. With a phased approach to automation, we empower clients to modernize at their own pace, ensuring flexibility, scalability, and long-term sustainability.

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We are currently seeking an Automation Technician / PLC Programmer for our West Texas-New Mexico operations. Local candidates are preferred, but we are open to hiring non-local candidates to work on a 2:1 rotation.

Functions and Responsibilities:

  • Develop and maintain PLC programs for Allen Bradley MicroLogix and ControlLogix platforms

  • Create and maintain HMI programs for Allen Bradley FactoryTalk and Controlled Components Workbench applications

  • Read and interpret technical documentation (P&IDs, ladder logic, function block code, schematics, loop sheets, manuals, etc.)

  • Define Analog & Digital I/O designs and documentation

  • Modbus communication protocol programming

  • Troubleshoot and calibrate field sensors including wiring and configuration (flow, temperature, pressure, and level devices)

  • Willingness to travel.

Required Experience/Qualifications:

2+ years' experience in the following:

  • Experience programming PLC units, HMI panels, and SCADA networking equipment.

  • Allen Bradley, ScadaPak, Idec, Modicon PLC programming

  • Experience with Maple Systems, Beijer, IDEC HMI's highly preferred.

  • Experience configuring Oil & Gas industry instrumentation and tank monitoring process control equipment.

  • Experience with constant customer communication, weekly status reports, and project timelines required.

  • Proficient in the use of Microsoft operating systems and software applications.

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

  • Ability to work effectively in a group setting, team-oriented, self-motivated, and results-driven.

Preferred Qualifications (Non-Essential):

  • Knowledge of other PLC platforms: SCADAPack, Idec, Modicon, Seimens

  • Knowledge of Emerson ROC 800 and 107

  • Knowledge of Totalflow XRC and RMC Meters

  • Develop and maintain SCADA communications and networking equipment.

  • Supporting development of software standards for modular, scalable, reusable solutions.

Education:

  • High school diploma or equivalent

Employment at GLX Technologies:

  • GLX Technologies provides a drug-free workplace, and the company will require you to participate in its drug testing program. This will include a pre-employment drug screen.

  • GLX Technologies also performs a driving record and 7-Point comprehensive criminal screen on all hires.

  • This position is safety sensitive. GLX Technologies also considers driving a safety-sensitive function. A constant state of alertness as an essential job function.

  • Legal or illegal, prescribed or non-prescribed, and over-the-counter substances can hinder a state of alertness, and one is not permitted to perform work if one is not able to perform in a constant state of alertness.

  • Substances that are deemed legal may contain prohibited substances. These substances can hinder alertness and result in a positive test result. A positive result has adverse consequences.

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