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PakEnergy · 2 weeks ago

PLC Programmer & Automation Specialist

Oklahoma, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

3+ years exp

PakEnergy is a growing fast-paced company that partners with over 1,900 oil and gas firms to innovate and simplify complex problems. The PLC Programmer & Automation Specialist will be responsible for installing, programming, and maintaining PLC systems and related instrumentation, while providing technical support and ensuring system reliability.

IndustrialIndustrial AutomationSoftware

Responsibilities

Install, configure, and commission Distributed Control Systems (Allen Bradly) and related automation equipment

Program, maintain, test, and troubleshoot PLC systems, automation controls, and industrial process instrumentation

Perform system upgrades, field calibrations, and preventative maintenance to ensure system reliability and performance

Provide on-site technical support for troubleshooting and resolving complex hardware and software issues

Work with a wide range of industrial equipment, including PLCs, RTUs, control devices, and measurement systems

Collaborate with engineering teams and clients across multiple industries — including oil and gas (upstream and midstream), renewable energy, and manufacturing — to define requirements and ensure successful installations

Conduct inspections, testing, and commissioning of automation and measurement systems to meet operational standards

Maintain detailed documentation of configurations, installations, and service activities

Travel to customer sites throughout the U.S. to support system installations, service calls, and technical projects

Drive continuous improvement in customer success processes and tools

Represent the voice of the customer in internal planning and product development discussions

Must be available to travel to job sites

Qualification

Ladder Logic programmingSCADA system designIndustrial instrumentationTroubleshooting skillsInterpersonal skills

Required

3-8 years of experience with Ladder Logic programming, installation, and commissioning on various software's

Strong computer, server, and networking knowledge, with a solid understanding of industrial instrumentation

Must be familiar with equipment from various manufactures to install and service a wide range of systems

Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work directly with customers

Must have a valid driver's license

Ability to lift 25+ pounds periodically

Ability to see, respond, and report to potentially hazardous situations

Frequent bending, walking, climbing, kneeling, sitting, and standing for extended periods

Must be able to wear PPE/safety gear as required at customer sites

Preferred

Instrumentation (I&E) or engineering experience preferred, with an emphasis on programming and daily technical system support

Experience with SCADA system design and data management platforms such as Plow's OnPing or similar preferred

Benefits

Generous PTO

Paid health insurance

401(k)-retirement plan

Company

PakEnergy

PakEnergy is an automation company that provides cloud-based business software for oil and gas companies.

Founded in 1986

Abilene, Texas, USA

51-200 employees

https://pakenergy.com/

Funding

Current Stage

Growth Stage

Leadership Team

Santosh Nanda

CEO

Bryce Bucknell

Chief Revenue Officer (CRO)

Recent News

PR Newswire

PakEnergy Launches Embedded AI-Powered Lease Provision Capability for the Energy Industry, Cutting Processing Time from Hours to Seconds

2025-09-25

PR Newswire

PakEnergy Expands Solutions for Energy Customers with Petrosight Acquisition, Providing Comprehensive End-to-End Well Data Lifecycle Management Capabilities

2025-01-08

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