Mid Level SCADA/PLC Programmer

Description

• Collaborate with engineering teams to develop system specifications and requirements, integrating automation solutions with mechanical, electrical, and process systems
• Document control system designs and configurations, including wiring diagrams, PLC logic, and HMI screen layouts
• Program, test, and troubleshoot PLCs (Allen Bradley, Schneider, Siemens, etc.) to control various plant equipment and processes
• Develop HMI applications for operator interfaces, including configuring graphics, alarms, and data trends to support plant operations
• Perform system testing, simulation, and commissioning of SCADA and PLC systems in new installations or upgrades
• Design, develop, and implement SCADA and PLC control systems for water and wastewater treatment processes
• Maintain and modify existing SCADA systems, ensuring efficient and reliable performance across all operational systems
• Participate in field service and commissioning activities, ensuring proper implementation of control strategies and seamless system startup
• Stay updated on industry trends and technology advancements, applying knowledge to continuously improve system functionality and efficiency
• Diagnose and resolve control system issues, providing technical support for system malfunctions or operational problems

Requirements

• Familiarity with industrial control hardware, including VFDs, sensors, actuators, and other field devices
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, for collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and providing technical support to operators and maintenance personnel
• Knowledge of networking and communication protocols used in industrial control systems (e.g., TCP/IP, OPC)
• Certifications such as ISA Certified Automation Professional (CAP) or related credentials are a plus
• Experience with SCADA software platforms such as Wonderware, Ignition, GE iFix, or similar
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, automation, or a related field
• Understanding of HMI development, including graphical user interfaces, alarm management, and real-time data trending
• Proficiency in programming PLCs (e.g., Allen Bradley, Siemens, Schneider) and experience with automation protocols such as Modbus, Ethernet/IP, or Profibus
• 5-10 years of hands-on experience with SCADA, PLC, and HMI programming in industrial automation, preferably in water/wastewater treatment or a similar process-driven environment
• Advanced training in communication protocols like Modbus Serial, Modbus TCP, A/B Ethernet IP, Siemens/Profibus, DNP3, MQTT
• Strong technical documentation skills, including the ability to write technical reports, user manuals, and system documentation
• Proven ability to diagnose and troubleshoot control system issues and conduct root cause analysis
• Willingness to travel to job sites for installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and P&IDs (Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams)
• Strong foundation in control systems design and troubleshooting, including electrical and instrumentation systems

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance