Project Automation Specialist I

Overall Purpose of Job:

• The purpose of this position is to perform the essential job duties and functions listed below with the overall objective of maximizing the efficiency of the project team and achieving the project goals through the best application of automation technology tools and methods.

Primary Job Duties/Functions:

• Under general supervision of the office Automation Manager, provide technical support for all project and office support requirements, project setup and configuration or special project modifications required for the MasterPlantTM technology including the Computer Integrated Engineering (CIE), Electronic Document Management System (EDMS), data warehouse, Project Collaboration System (PCS), or other project Automation Technology utilized. Utilizes effective knowledge sharing behaviors.
• Works with the Project Information Manager (PIM) to analyze any technical implementation or configuration issues for the MasterPlant technology.
• Works under the guidance of a more senior Project Automation Specialist (PAS) to analyze and evaluate the MasterPlantTM technology support and implementation requirements.
• Assists IT in evaluating technology impact to Fluor infrastructure and systems
• Other related duties/functions as assigned

Working Conditions:

• On-site project workspace of various conditions which may include temporary office facilities and exposure to moving, mechanical parts and vibration; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; and various levels of outside weather, and/or
• Generally favorable indoor office workspace

Basic Job Requirements

• Accredited 4-year degree/Bachelor's degree or equivalent required.
• Seven (7) years of project experience
• Five (5) years of PIM/IT/automation experience

Good Knowledge of Information Technology in:

• Desktop/laptop environment and general office tools
• Infrastructure (WANs, LANs, telecommunications, etc.)
• Electronic security
• Electronic communications
• Network operations and support
• Software development, implementation, and support
• Knowledge of Automation technology and systems integration including:
• Superior knowledge of the Fluor MasterPlantTM solutions
• Superior knowledge of the tool integration capabilities and discipline integration needs

Vendor certification in:

• Automation Technology they support (when available).

Other Job Requirements

• Intermediate computer and software skills to include the use of word processing and email as well as the basic use of spreadsheets and electronic presentations
• High critical thinking/reasoning ability
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Ability to attend to detail and work in a time-conscious and time-effective manner

Preferred Qualifications

• Engineering or Computer Science degree is preferred.