Instrumentation and Automation Engineer

Woodside Energy - Houston, TX

Part-time

Houston, TX

About the position

The Instrumentation and Automation Engineer at Woodside Energy is responsible for ensuring the continuous operation and safety of instrumentation and automation systems across all operated facilities in the International Operations portfolio. This role involves monitoring, maintaining, and optimizing these systems to enhance operational efficiency and compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain instrumentation and automation systems to ensure continuous operation and adherence to safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
• Conduct routine inspections, testing, and preventive maintenance of instrumentation devices, control systems, and automation equipment to identify potential issues and minimize downtime.
• Analyze process data and alarms generated by control systems to diagnose equipment malfunctions, process deviations, or abnormal operating conditions, and implement corrective actions as necessary.
• Coordinate with maintenance technicians and external service providers to perform repairs, calibrations, and upgrades of instrumentation and control systems, following established procedures and safety protocols.
• Develop and update standard operating procedures, maintenance manuals, and troubleshooting guides for instrumentation and automation systems, ensuring compliance with company policies and industry standards.
• Participate in incident investigations and root cause analyses (RCAs) to identify the underlying causes of equipment failures or process upsets, and recommend corrective measures to prevent recurrence.
• Provide technical support and guidance to operations personnel on the proper operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of instrumentation and control systems, including hands-on training as needed.
• Collaborate with reliability engineers and process engineers to optimize equipment performance, enhance process efficiency, and minimize operational risks through continuous improvement initiatives.
• Interface with production supervisors, control room operators, and other stakeholders to coordinate maintenance activities, shutdowns, and equipment changes without disrupting production schedules.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices related to instrumentation, automation, process safety, and environmental protection.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering, or a related field. Relevant experience in lieu of a degree may be considered.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in operations and maintenance of instrumentation and automation systems, preferably in the oil and gas industry or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of instrumentation principles, process control systems, and automation technologies, with hands-on experience in troubleshooting and maintenance.
• Familiarity with safety regulations (e.g., OSHA, API, SIL) and industry standards governing instrumentation, electrical equipment, and hazardous area classification.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting P&IDs, control system diagrams, wiring schematics, and technical manuals.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and make sound decisions under pressure.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, for interacting with diverse stakeholders and conveying technical information clearly and concisely.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team environment.

Benefits

• 18 weeks' paid parental leave for primary carer
• Maintenance of superannuation or retirement benefits during unpaid parental leave for up to 24 months
• Relocation assistance
• Community volunteering opportunities
• A competitive remuneration package featuring performance-based incentives and above-industry superannuation contributions