Field Automation Supervisor - Electrical and Controls, Oil & Gas
Controls & Automation Engineering·Updated on Nov 13·
Full-timeNo salary listed
About the Job
Requirements
At least 3 years of experience in oil and gas or industrial automation, including fieldwork.
A strong background in electrical work, instrumentation, or controls.
Working knowledge of sensors, telemetry, IP networking, and SCADA/PLC systems.
Prior team supervision or lead technician experience.
Ability to troubleshoot effectively, communicate, work under pressure, travel regionally, and lead by example.
A valid driver's license and clean motor vehicle record.
Responsibilities
Lead a team of field automation technicians and oversee installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of automated water transfer systems to meet operational, safety, and customer expectations across remote sites and regional locations.
Supervise technicians' daily activities, assign work, and provide field support.
Coordinate rig-ups, rig-downs, and troubleshooting of sensors, electrical equipment, and telemetry systems.
Provide technical leadership on automation controls, data communications, and diagnostic processes.
Train and mentor technicians on procedures, safety, and equipment use.
Liaise with operations and customers to ensure expectations are met and documented.
Perform quality control checks on field installations and ensure compliance with standard operating procedures.
Track equipment performance, maintenance needs, and field inventory.
Assist with scheduling and project planning across multiple job sites.
Ensure proper documentation and reporting of field activity.
As an Field Automation Supervisor, you’ll lead a team of Field Automation Technicians and oversee the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of automated water transfer systems. This hands-on leadership role ensures that our automation systems meet operational, safety, and customer expectations across remote sites and regional location.
The base location will be out of our Mansfield, PA shop but must be able to travel across the Region.
Supervise daily activities of automation technicians, assigning work and providing field support
Coordinate rig-ups, rig-downs, and troubleshooting of sensors, electrical equipment, and telemetry systems
Provide technical leadership on automation controls, data communications, and diagnostic processes
Train and mentor technicians on procedures, safety, and equipment use
Liaise with operations and customers to ensure expectations are met and documented
Perform quality control checks on field installations and ensure compliance with SOPs
Track equipment performance, maintenance needs, and field inventory
Assist with scheduling and project planning across multiple job sites
Ensure proper documentation and reporting of field activity
3+ years of experience in oil & gas or industrial automation, including fieldwork
Strong electrical, instrumentation, or controls background
Working knowledge of sensors, telemetry, IP networking, and SCADA/PLC systems
Proven leadership ability with team supervision or lead technician experience
Strong troubleshooting and communication skills
Ability to work under pressure, travel regionally, and lead by example