Automation Director 1

Automation Director 1

The Automation Director is responsible for developing and executing strategies to ensure the reliability, safety, and performance of Midstream automation systems across the enterprise. This includes overseeing base process control and safety systems reliability, HMI platform performance, control room integration, and management for capital project portfolios. The role also leads risk-based standardization initiatives and supports regulatory compliance, while providing hands-on leadership to internal teams and coordination with vendors and field resources.

Responsibilities May Include :

• Lead the design, implementation, and lifecycle support of automation systems for pipeline, gas processing, and terminal operations, including DCSs, PLCs, RTUs, ESDs, BMSs and HMIs
• Define strategic priorities for technology deployment and management of automation systems
• Promote a culture of safety, compliance, and operational excellence across all automation initiatives
• Supervise and develop a team responsible for automation project execution, system support, system troubleshooting, and maintenance of control systems and safety systems
• Support major capital projects by contributing to automation scope, system design, vendor selection, and construction oversight
• Manage automation capital projects including budgeting, scheduling, and contractor supervision
• Develop and steward long-term automation technology roadmaps, including modernization and standardization plans
• Drive improvements in automation equipment reliability using root cause analysis, risk-based prioritization, and industry best practices
• Collaborate with Engineering, Projects, IT, and Operations to align automation systems with broader business and compliance goals
• Provide technical leadership during Design Hazard Reviews (DHRs) and Process Hazard Analyses (PHAs)
• Evaluate and support the implementation of leak detection systems, data analytics tools, and emerging digital technologies where appropriate
• Maintain strong relationships with automation vendors and ensure adherence to cybersecurity and regulatory requirements
• Create strategic plans for process optimization and lifecycle management of automation equipment
• Develop and maintain internal requirements and best practice documents
• Develop and deliver technical material for leadership presentations

Required Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications :

To be considered for this position you must complete the entire application process, which includes answering all prescreening questions and providing your eSignature on or before the requisition closing date of 05 / 30 / 2025 . Candidates for regular U.S. positions must be a U.S. citizen or national, or an alien admitted as permanent resident, refugee, asylee or temporary resident under 8 U.S.C. 1160(a) or 1255(a)(1). Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.