Specialist, IT Terminal Automation

About the Role

Sunoco LP is seeking a Specialist in IT Terminal Automation responsible for implementing projects and providing daily support of automation systems for loading and off-loading terminals. The primary duty will be PLC configuration and programming related to automation systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Configure, program, implement, and maintain PLC systems including related applications, hardware, interfaces, and communications.
• Collect, interpret, and document requirements to develop new or modify existing solutions.
• Develop and implement automation system changes and enhancements.
• Provide support of critical systems, 7 days-a-week, 24 hours a day, to ensure continuous availability.
• Perform research and maintenance activity, including vendor coordination, to ensure service levels and objectives are met.
• Maintain a broad understanding of information technology and business processes to assess impact and prioritize activities.
• Solve difficult to complex technical issues.
• Continually expand scope of knowledge.
• Work effectively with other I/S disciplines and operations team members, bridging gaps as necessary.
• Travel up to 20% of the time, potentially higher during critical project assignments.
• Work assignments at remote sites may require outside work in all weather conditions.
• Willingness to work overtime, including occasional weekend work.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• PLC configuration and programming
• Automation troubleshooting
• Installation and general technical system support
• Direct end-user contact with terminal operations, corporate personnel, and vendors.
• Ability to read and understand P&ID drawings (Preferred)
• Field instrumentation and electrical systems (Preferred)
• Terminal system pre-set and metering technologies (Preferred)
• Basic knowledge of petroleum operations and industry terminology (Preferred)
• Working knowledge of networks and Microsoft Windows (Preferred)
• Relational Databases, such as SQL or Oracle and PL/SQL (Preferred)
• Linux, Unix, or QNX (Preferred)
• MS Office Products (Preferred)

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field preferred; extensive work experience with PLC programming and terminal automation systems may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Relevant technical experience, including PLC programming and support.
• Effective analytical and complex problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently, managing time and schedule to meet deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills for communication with a diversified user community and outside vendors.
• Ability to identify an issue, analyze and research the problem, and formulate a solution.
• Ability to identify, isolate, and repair equipment and software affecting service for all supported locations.
• Available for 24 x 7 support as needed.
• Ability to take directions from supervisors and work in a team environment.
• Experience in supporting PLCs deployed in the petroleum industry (Preferred)