Job Description
Overview
Weatherford is a leading global energy services company. Our world-class experts partner with customers to optimize their resources and realize the full potential of their assets. Across our operating locations, including manufacturing, research and development, service, and training facilities, operators choose us for strategic solutions that add efficiency, flexibility, and responsibility to any energy operation.
We are focused on technology development, digital solutions, and defining our footprint in the new energy space. Our ability to provide integrated solutions across our segments will be critical to growth in our core operations and the energy transition.
Energy producers face unique challenges every day, so it is our job to create solutions that enhance safety, streamline operations, and sustain uptime to meet or exceed their targets. We operate across the global energy landscape employing some of the best diverse talent in the industry. At Weatherford, we understand the value each individual brings to the table. We celebrate diversity in all its forms and are immensely proud of our workforce. We invite you to join our passionate, talented, word-class team.
When you join Weatherford, you instantly feel connected to something bigger - a community that is grounded by our core values and driven to create innovative solutions for our customers. We celebrate each other's successes, grow together, and learn from each other constantly. Individually, we are impressive. Together, we are unstoppable. We are One Weatherford.
Weatherford offers competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits program and provides you a challenging and enriching career path, with a healthy balance of structure and flexibility to chart your own course.
Weatherford is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
Responsibilities
Weatherford have an exciting opportunity for a college leaver/graduate to join the team inb Altens, as a Trainee Application Engineer. We are looking for a candidate with a HNC/HND or a degree in a related field of study.
Role Responsibilities
Understand Network Infrastructure:
- Understand Network Infrastructure in terms of computer connectivity and data flow.
- Set up and configure network hardware, including routers, switches, and firewalls.
- Ensure seamless communication of data from A to B through the network.
Data Handoff and Integration:
- Facilitate data exchange between computers and specialized equipment using protocols like OPC, Modbus/TCPIP, serial communication, and 4-20mA.
Data Organization and Management:
- Organize and manage network data efficiently utilising SQL MariaDB.
- Maintain data integrity, security, and accessibility.
- Managed billing preparation, monthly financial tracking
Light Programming in Python and PowerShell scripts:
- Be able to understand Python and PowerShell scripts.
- Generate scripts to perform automation.
Troubleshooting and Issue Resolution:
- Diagnose and resolve network issues promptly.
- Distinguish between physical (ie fibre, cable), network, computer, and software-related problems.
- Apply troubleshooting techniques to minimize downtime.
Adaptability and Flexibility:
- Configure network equipment to suit various scenarios (e.g., different environments, equipment types).
- Stay updated with evolving technologies and adapt network solutions accordingly.
Qualifications
Required
- HNC/HND in a relevant subject - Electronics or computer programming/computer science.
- IT networking experience.
- Keen ability with computers/computer programming.
Preferred
- Fibre/networking experience.