Control Systems Technician (Network Administration)

About us:

Dominion is one of the nation's largest producers of energy, with a portfolio of more than 26,500 megawatts of generation and 7,800 miles of natural gas transmission pipeline. Dominion also owns and operates the nation's largest underground natural gas storage system with about 960 billion cubic feet of storage capacity and serves retail energy customers in 11 states. You can experience the excitement of our company—it’s the difference between taking a job and starting a career.

It all starts here, with you.As the nation's largest liquefied natural gas import facility, Dominion Cove Point LNG, LP, provides enough energy to run 3.4 million homes every day. The facility is conveniently situated on the western shores of the Chesapeake Bay, beside historic Solomons Island, a popular fishing village just an hour south of Washington, DC. With area activities that include sailing, shopping, dining, and exploring the waterfront, it's a great place to develop your technical career. This position will be hired at the Associate LNG Technician or LNG Technician level, depending upon the candidate's skills and experience.
The Control Systems LNG Technician is responsible for all aspects of the plant control system, including control network administration and maintenance, to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable LNG terminal operations.
This is a great opportunity to apply your formal education to learn about and help maintain Dominion's LNG computer control systems.
Position Responsibilities/Duties:Assist in control system network administration and maintenance;Assist with programming, configuration, design, and maintenance of DCS (Distributed Control System) and related systems;Assist with support of daily operational needs. After training period, respond 24/7 to application support calls using approved tools, methods, and procedures;Assist with analysis of new requirements, evaluation, and identification of detailed system modifications necessary to implement solutions; Work closely with field engineers/technicians and Plant Operations to make appropriate protocol, screen, report, interface and system modificationsQualificationsPosition Qualifications (such as education,experience,etc.)Associates Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or equivalent;Experience in network administration and maintenance;Prefer experience with Sybase relational database, scripting, SQL, Excel, Visual Basic.Net, C, and C++;Prefer experience with different communications protocols including modbus;Prefer experience with Emerson DeltaV, ABB Bailey Infi-90 DCS, MYNAH MiMiC, and ICS Triplex
The knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences that are required for entry into this job include the following:Ability to analyze and resolve software trouble reports;Exhibits strong analytical abilities and aptitude for understanding and applying software technical concepts;Ability to interface with various departments, and internal and external customer groups;Customer service orientation
Associates Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or equivalent.

Working Conditions:
Additional Information:70 - 90% Indoor work and 10% - 30% in the field. May be subject to adverse physical conditions; Some travel is required (typically less than 10%);Must be able to operate with minimal supervision;On call and occasional shift work (shared with others);Safety-sensitive position subject to random drug testing. Pre-transfer drug test will be required for successful candidate not currently in a safety-sensitive position;Must possess a valid driver's license;Must live within reasonable commuting distance from the plant.

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Additional Information:
We offer excellent plans and programs for employees. Employees are rewarded with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package which may include: health benefits with coverage for families and domestic partners, vacation, retirement plans, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and much more.

Dominion is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce.