Sr. Automation Engineer - SCADA/MES

Bw Design Group

The Role

Overview

Lead SCADA/MES projects, design, implement, and support information solutions for clients.

Key Responsibilities

  • scada design
  • system startup
  • project planning
  • client communication
  • scope management
  • technical execution

Tasks

-Technical project execution within the Information Solutions group, which includes providing deliverables, maintaining schedule, quality, and customer satisfaction. -Planning of project timeline and working with various Project Managers to ensure the proper execution of the work. -Designing SCADA systems which may include databases and database interfaces, data handling & reporting, scripting (VB, python, etc.) and general programming. -Managing multiple scopes of work in various phases simultaneously -Onsite startup of systems that you designed and implemented. -Communicating with client stake holders to understand scopes of work and deliverables. -Working as an individual or in a team with other Information Solutions Engineers. Can also include working on large projects with other engineering disciplines such as greenfield design of a new manufacturing plant and all associated software systems.

Requirements

  • scada
  • mes
  • rockwell plc
  • wonderware
  • sql
  • 7+ years

What You Bring

-Willing and able to travel as necessary for project requirements to include but not be limited to: project installation and start-up activities, client meetings, company sponsored meetings, training's, industry related seminars, forums, or conventions, etc. -7+ years of System Integration, SCADA and/or MES application development. Candidates with experience in the food and beverage or life science industries are preferred. -Requires the ability to mentor and train other less experienced engineers. -Understanding technical and operational constraints to create project development and commissioning plans. -Candidates must possess good communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to interact with all levels of management, clients, and vendors. Contractor and Construction management skills are also a plus. -Familiarity with Rockwell PLC (ControlLogix, PLC5, SLC500) -The ability to simultaneously organize and successfully execute multiple project responsibilities is needed. -Understanding/skills with back-end computing infrastructure used in manufacturing (compute hardware, virtualization, OS’s, networking, databases, etc.) is a plus. -Interface with clients to define and manage scope on complex projects. This will require significant technical knowledge as well as project leadership skills. -Strong SQL skills and experience with MES software (Sepasoft, Aveva) is a plus. -Proven experience with Aveva Wonderware System Platform software, including system configuration, troubleshooting, and application development. Certification is a plus. -Expertise in Aveva Wonderware System Platform and at least one of the following other SCADA platforms: Ignition, Rockwell FactoryTalk, or GE. -Requires excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. -Understanding project requirements to develop/configure industrial control packages accordingly for use in manufacturing space.

The Company

About Bw Design Group

-Provides cutting-edge software tools and professional services for network design and optimization. -Recognized for versatility across industries, from telecommunication to utility networks. -Dedicated to continuous innovation and enhancement of customer value.

Sector Specialisms

Food & Beverage

Life Sciences

Advanced Technology

Industrial

Chemicals & Plastics

Household & Personal Care

Metals

Semiconductor & Electronics