Distributed Control System (DCS) - Plant Technician Midlothian

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Job Summary

Distributed Control System (DCS) Specialist

Job Description

A "Distributed Control System Specialist" is responsible for designing, installing, maintaining, and optimizing complex industrial process control systems by utilizing distributed control networks, ensuring smooth communication between various components, troubleshooting issues, implementing upgrades, and collaborating with Operations, Maintenance, and Engineering teams to maximize process efficiency and safety.

Key responsibilities of a DCS Specialist:

System Maintenance and Troubleshooting:

Monitoring system performance and identifying potential issues through data analysis. Diagnosing and resolving hardware and software faults within the DCS system. Performing preventative maintenance tasks to ensure system reliability.

Process Optimization: Tuning control loops to optimize process variables and improve efficiency. Analyzing process data to identify areas for improvement and implement changes. Collaborating with operations teams to optimize production processes.

Alarm Management: Managing alarm systems to minimize false alarms and ensure timely response to critical events. Developing alarm management strategies to improve operator decision-making

Project Support: Participating in capital projects related to DCS upgrades or expansions. Providing technical support during plant turnarounds and outages

Documentation and Training: Maintaining accurate documentation of the DCS system configuration and operating procedures. Providing training to plant operators and maintenance personnel on DCS operations.

**LEVEL OF POSITION WILL BE DETERMINED BY APPLICABLE SKILLS/EXPERIENCE.

Required Skills and Qualifications

Strong understanding of industrial process control principles and concepts

Expertise in DCS programming languages and software platforms

Networking knowledge and experience with industrial communication protocols

Ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams

Able to Work Overtime and callouts when needed.

All applicants must be a successful candidate on the Plant Operator Selection System/Power Plant Operations and Maintenance (POSS / MASS) program in order to be considered a candidate for this position. POSS / MASS exams are administered on an as-needed basis by Human Resources and all communication concerning the testing is sent to the candidate's email address provided during the application process.

Job Family

Plant Operations

Company

Luminant Power LLC

Locations

Midlothian, Texas

Texas

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Vistra (NYSE: VST) is a leading Fortune 500 integrated retail electricity and power generation company based in Irving, Texas, that provides essential power resources to customers, businesses, and communities from California to Maine.

Vistra is the largest competitive power generator in the U.S., with a capacity of approximately 41,000 megawatts, or enough to power 20 million homes, operating in all of the major competitive wholesale markets in the country. Vistra is a leader in the energy transformation and expansion with an unyielding focus on reliability, affordability, and sustainability, powered by a diverse portfolio that includes natural gas, nuclear, coal, solar, and battery energy storage facilities. The company continues to grow its zero-carbon resources, operating the second-largest fleet of competitive nuclear power plants in the country, substantial battery energy storage capacity, and a growing number of solar facilities.

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It is the policy of the Company to comply with all employment laws and to afford equal employment opportunity to individuals in all aspects of employment, including in selection for job opportunities, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, protected veteran status, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws.

If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance submitting an application or would like to request an accommodation, please email us at to make a request.