Distributed Control System (DCS) - Plant Technician Midlothian (Maintenance)

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Job Summary

Distributed Control System (DCS) Specialist

Job Description

A "Distributed Control System Specialist" is responsible for designing, installing, maintaining, and optimizing complex industrial process control systems by utilizing distributed control networks, ensuring smooth communication between various components, troubleshooting issues, implementing upgrades, and collaborating with Operations, Maintenance, and Engineering teams to maximize process efficiency and safety.

Key responsibilities of a DCS Specialist:

• System Maintenance and Troubleshooting:

• Monitoring system performance and identifying potential issues through data analysis. 

  Diagnosing and resolving hardware and software faults within the DCS system. 

  Performing preventative maintenance tasks to ensure system reliability. 

• Process Optimization:

  Tuning control loops to optimize process variables and improve efficiency. 

  Analyzing process data to identify areas for improvement and implement changes. 

  Collaborating with operations teams to optimize production processes. 

• Alarm Management:

  Managing alarm systems to minimize false alarms and ensure timely response to critical events. 

  Developing alarm management strategies to improve operator decision-making 

• Project Support:

  Participating in capital projects related to DCS upgrades or expansions. 

  Providing technical support during plant turnarounds and outages 

• Documentation and Training:

  Maintaining accurate documentation of the DCS system configuration and operating procedures. 

  Providing training to plant operators and maintenance personnel on DCS operations. 

**LEVEL OF POSITION WILL BE DETERMINED BY APPLICABLE SKILLS/EXPERIENCE.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Strong understanding of industrial process control principles and concepts

• Expertise in DCS programming languages and software platforms

• Networking knowledge and experience with industrial communication protocols

• Ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

• Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams 

• Able to Work Overtime and callouts when needed.

• All applicants must be a successful candidate on the Plant Operator Selection System/Power Plant Operations and Maintenance (POSS / MASS) program in order to be considered a candidate for this position. POSS / MASS exams are administered on an as-needed basis by Human Resources and all communication concerning the testing is sent to the candidate's email address provided during the application process.

Job Family

Plant Operations

Company

Luminant Power LLC

Locations

Midlothian, Texas

Texas

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