System Integrator (Controls / Automation Technician)
Enetk
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Together We Build – Partnership, Innovation, Excellence, and Safety
ENETK is part of Kelso Industries, with 3,500+ employees across 29 operating companies, delivers top HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, refrigeration, and electrical solutions nationwide. Join us to grow your career, make an impact, and be part of a high-performing team. Learn more about us at www.kelso-industries.com
Recruiter Notice: We respectfully ask external recruiters and staffing agencies not to submit candidates. We only accept direct applications.
About the Role
ENETK is seeking a Controls System Integrator to support automation and instrumentation systems used in energy and industrial facilities. This role focuses on PLC programming, control system integration, and field installation of automation equipment.
Primary Automation Platforms
- Allen-Bradley / Rockwell Automation
- Studio 5000
- Logix 500
- HMI platforms including Red Lion and Beijer
The role includes a mix of control system design, PLC programming, field installation, and commissioning of automation systems in energy facilities.
Key Responsibilities
Automation & Control Systems
- Program and configure PLC and RTU hardware used in industrial automation systems.
- Develop and troubleshoot automation solutions using platforms such as:
- Rockwell Automation Studio 5000
- Logix 500
- Allen-Bradley
- Configure and maintain HMI systems including Rockwell, Red Lion, and Beijer Electronics.
- Integrate automation equipment with plant control systems and field instrumentation.
System Design & Engineering
- Create and interpret P&IDs, electrical schematics, and wiring diagrams.
- Design control panels and systems to UL specifications.
- Utilize AutoCAD Electrical for drafting and documentation.
- Design and support industrial network infrastructure, including ethernet, copper, and fiber optic cabling.
Field Installation & Integration
- Support installation, startup, and commissioning of automation systems in operational facilities.
- Troubleshoot motor control circuits, electrical systems, and automation equipment.
- Configure and troubleshoot serial communications and industrial networks.
- Install and integrate process instrumentation and measurement systems.
Instrumentation & Electrical Systems
- Work with a variety of instrumentation and electrical systems including:
- Process transmitters
- Multimeters and process meters
- HART communication tools
- Apply best practices for noise isolation, grounding, and signal integrity.
- Work with systems operating in hazardous locations and ensure proper wiring and compliance.
Project Coordination
- Collaborate with project managers, technicians, and customers to ensure projects are completed to specification.
- Coordinate system integration efforts across engineering, operations, and field teams.
- Assist in planning project timelines, estimating resources, and supporting successful project delivery.
Team Leadership
- Provide direction and mentorship to Instrumentation Technicians as needed.
- Assign tasks based on team member skillsets and support quality workmanship on installations.
- Promote strong safety practices and company culture on job sites.
Qualifications
Required
- Associate degree in Instrumentation & Controls or related technical field (or equivalent experience).
- 3+ years of experience in industrial automation, controls integration, or oil & gas environments.
- Experience programming PLC and RTU systems, particularly Allen-Bradley / Rockwell platforms.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical prints, wiring diagrams, and P&IDs.
- Experience installing and troubleshooting automation and electrical systems.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to adapt to changing project requirements.
- Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Preferred
- Experience in oil & gas, energy, or industrial processing facilities.
- Experience with AutoCAD Electrical.
- Familiarity with hazardous location wiring and safety practices.
- Experience designing and installing industrial networking infrastructure.
Key Attributes
- Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
- Ability to adapt to changing project scopes and field conditions
- Organized and proactive in managing project milestones
- Commitment to safety, quality workmanship, and professional conduct
- Ability to work independently while supporting team success
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift up to 70 lbs
- Ability to work in industrial and field environments
- Standing, climbing, and working around operational equipment may be required
Why Join Us?
We’re committed to attracting talented individuals who seek a company with a strong foundation of success and an outstanding culture. We proactively provide competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and clear pathways for career advancement with autonomy and flexibility in an entrepreneurial environment.
Learn more about us at www.kelso-industries.com
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment
About this role
Enetk, part of the larger Kelso Industries group, is looking for a Controls System Integrator to design, install, and commission automation systems in energy and industrial facilities across North Dakota. The role demands hands-on expertise in PLC programming—particularly Allen-Bradley and Rockwell platforms—alongside field installation and troubleshooting of control systems, HMI interfaces, and industrial instrumentation. You'll move between the office and job sites, working with electrical schematics, P&IDs, and AutoCAD Electrical to design compliant control panels, then support startup and commissioning in live operational environments.
The position suits someone with at least three years in industrial automation or controls integration, ideally in oil and gas or energy sectors. You'll need an associate degree in instrumentation and controls or equivalent hands-on experience, strong ability to read electrical prints, and comfort troubleshooting motor control circuits and industrial networks. Experience with AutoCAD Electrical, hazardous location wiring, and industrial networking infrastructure is valued but not required.
Beyond technical skills, the role includes mentoring instrumentation technicians and coordinating across engineering and field teams to keep projects on schedule. You'll be expected to work independently in the field while maintaining safety standards and quality workmanship. This is an in-office position in Dickinson, North Dakota, requiring U.S. work authorization; visa sponsorship is not available.
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