Sr Automation & Controls (SCADA) Engineer at American Water in Alexandria, VA | Kablio

Role

Description

control programming

system configuration

troubleshooting

system upgrades

project execution

vendor management

Responsible for implementing, maintaining and supporting the automation & process control infrastructure. Provide expert assistance and collaborate in creating engineering plans, designs, monitoring, build and commissioning of automation & process control systems. Understand and apply new technological systems and multiple vendor products to develop and support innovative system solutions that match operational and business requirements. Assist in the development of standards, practices and policies related to the installation, maintenance and operations of automation & process control systems. Develop, deploy and maintain standard and custom programming and configuration code for the automation & process control systems. Provide second level support for maintaining the automation & process control infrastructure, which includes on call as well as on site when required. Manage automation & process control system projects as required. Perform quality assurance checks of automation & process control systems as projects as required. Perform quality assurance checks of automation & process control systems as required. Manage direct reports as required.

Advises, instructs, and/or assists personnel on proper operation and maintenance of Process Control equipment or Systems.
Ensures compliance with the Change Management process. Enforces process control system life cycle practices.
Develops programming and configuration code for process control systems, make changes to existing programs, review work performed by outside contractors, participate in factory witness testing, and coordinate control system issues between project engineering, the instrumentation contractor, and American Water management.
Provides Technical instruction as required.
Troubleshoots and resolve control system issues.
Makes recommendations to change standards and methods to improve processes and results.
Reviews control logic strategies and implement programming changes to optimize control strategies for treatment and pumping processes.
Provides supervision and/or support for Controls Engineer or Controls Specialist staff members as required.
Works collaboratively with design engineers, operations personnel, and other internal staff on the design, review, information gathering, inspection, and commissioning / start-up of projects that include process control equipment or systems.
Performs or coordinate maintenance activities on process control equipment or systems.
Reviews vendor specifications, report findings and make recommendations.
Executes projects from conception to start-up within budget and project schedule.
Investigates new technological developments and processes.
Researches, recommends, and implements systems to enhance Systems functionality and reliability.
Performs upgrades, add new facilities, and provide replacement of hardware and software.
Works with personnel to implement appropriate policies, standards, practices, and guidelines for all phases of Process Control implementation and maintenance.
Works with members of operating company to enforce compliance with mandatory Process Control policies and procedures.
Develops and maintains relationship with Process Control vendors to keep current with changes in operational control systems.

Requirements

degree

opc

visual basic

sql

scada

plc

Nimble learning

Four year (4) degree or equivalent.
Experience with OPC, Visual Basic, and SQL applications.
Operating Facilities – Multi District/State Coverage Area. Requires “on-call” out of hours support during evenings, nights, holidays and weekends.
Experience with data communications systems, protocols, wired and wireless network systems, and radio telemetry.
Travel, including overnight, as required.
Significant additional experience and/or certifications or other education and training may be substituted for formal education.
Minimum five (5) years of experience in the maintenance, troubleshooting, calibration, repair and installation of Process Control Systems (SCADA and DCS), configuration and programming of PLCs / RTUs (Allen – Bradley, Modicon, Rockwell Automation, Siemens, Emerson) and HMIs (Iconics, Intellution, Wonderware), control and instrument loops.

Benefits

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Training + Development

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Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

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Security clearance

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Company

Overview

Since 1886

Year Established

The company was founded in this year, marking the beginning of its journey in water and wastewater services.

14M+ People

Serve Millions Daily

The company delivers water and wastewater services to over fourteen million people across the United States.

24 States

National Presence

The company operates and provides essential water services in a significant portion of the U.S., covering two dozen states.

130+ Years

Legacy of Excellence

With over a century of experience, the company has built a reputation as a leader in water systems and operations.

Provides vital water and wastewater services, ensuring communities have access to clean water.
Has a long history of managing water infrastructure in partnership with municipalities.
Recent projects include modernizing infrastructure, expanding service coverage, and improving water treatment facilities.
Known for innovation in water management, offering sustainable solutions to modern water challenges.
A trusted provider for residential, commercial, and industrial customers across the U.S.

Culture + Values

Safety first – safety is our top focus for every employee, customer and community we serve.
Trust, dignity & respect – being dependable, honest, transparent and accountable; ensuring everyone is acknowledged, heard and empowered to thrive.
One team – leveraging our size, scale and expertise to act as a cohesive team working towards a greater purpose.
Environmental leadership – delivering clean, safe, reliable and affordable services while acting as a trusted steward of our most precious resource.
High performance – committed to excellence in everything we do, executing to the best of our abilities and addressing issues quickly and transparently.

Environment + Sustainability

75% reduction

Injury Rate Improvement

The injury rate has been reduced by 75% since 2018, demonstrating a strong commitment to workplace safety.

20 billion kWh

Solar Energy Generation

Deployment of solar panels at six treatment facilities generates approximately 20 million kWh annually.

6.4 billion gallons

Water Saved

Leak-detection technology has prevented the loss of 6.4 billion gallons of water per day over five years.

≤1%

Affordable Water Bills

Average residential bills are capped at ≤1% of median household income, ensuring affordability.

Medium‑term GHG goal: reduce scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50% by 2035 from a 2020 baseline.
Long‑term GHG goal: achieve net zero scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2050.
Water delivery efficiency: by 2035, reduce water delivered per customer 15% vs 2015 baseline.
Water system resilience: by 2030, increase Utility Resilience Index by 10% vs 2020 baseline.
Drinking water quality compliance tied to employee compensation via Annual Performance Plan.
Infrastructure investment: billions annually, including $28–32 billion over ten years to modernize assets, boost resiliency, reduce leaks and enhance water quality.
In 2022, water‑line replacement rate was 136 years—well ahead of nearly 200‑year industry average.

Inclusion & Diversity

#11 Ranking

Forbes Best Employers for Diversity

Recognized as one of the top employers for diversity in the U.S.

4 Years

Consistently top-scoring utility in the Disability Equality Index.

2022 Pay Equity

Conducted a comprehensive pay equity analysis across the organization.

Four Consecutive Years

Included in the Bloomberg Gender Equality Index for four years.

Chief Inclusion Officer (dual-reporting to CEO & CHRO) leads ID&E strategic plan.
Inclusion & Diversity Advisory Council provides governance and guidance for ID&E efforts.
Four employee business resource groups launched: female empowerment; Black/African American; LGBTQ+; caregivers & disability.
Social-goal tracking includes % female and racial/ethnic diversity based on self-identification.
Annual Performance Plan includes Employee Diversity as performance metric.

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Careers

Sustainability

Role

Description

control programming

system configuration

troubleshooting

system upgrades

project execution

vendor management

Advises, instructs, and/or assists personnel on proper operation and maintenance of Process Control equipment or Systems.
Ensures compliance with the Change Management process. Enforces process control system life cycle practices.
Develops programming and configuration code for process control systems, make changes to existing programs, review work performed by outside contractors, participate in factory witness testing, and coordinate control system issues between project engineering, the instrumentation contractor, and American Water management.
Provides Technical instruction as required.
Troubleshoots and resolve control system issues.
Makes recommendations to change standards and methods to improve processes and results.
Reviews control logic strategies and implement programming changes to optimize control strategies for treatment and pumping processes.
Provides supervision and/or support for Controls Engineer or Controls Specialist staff members as required.
Works collaboratively with design engineers, operations personnel, and other internal staff on the design, review, information gathering, inspection, and commissioning / start-up of projects that include process control equipment or systems.
Performs or coordinate maintenance activities on process control equipment or systems.
Reviews vendor specifications, report findings and make recommendations.
Executes projects from conception to start-up within budget and project schedule.
Investigates new technological developments and processes.
Researches, recommends, and implements systems to enhance Systems functionality and reliability.
Performs upgrades, add new facilities, and provide replacement of hardware and software.
Works with personnel to implement appropriate policies, standards, practices, and guidelines for all phases of Process Control implementation and maintenance.
Works with members of operating company to enforce compliance with mandatory Process Control policies and procedures.
Develops and maintains relationship with Process Control vendors to keep current with changes in operational control systems.

Requirements

degree

opc

visual basic

sql

scada

plc

Nimble learning

Four year (4) degree or equivalent.
Experience with OPC, Visual Basic, and SQL applications.
Operating Facilities – Multi District/State Coverage Area. Requires “on-call” out of hours support during evenings, nights, holidays and weekends.
Experience with data communications systems, protocols, wired and wireless network systems, and radio telemetry.
Travel, including overnight, as required.
Significant additional experience and/or certifications or other education and training may be substituted for formal education.
Minimum five (5) years of experience in the maintenance, troubleshooting, calibration, repair and installation of Process Control Systems (SCADA and DCS), configuration and programming of PLCs / RTUs (Allen – Bradley, Modicon, Rockwell Automation, Siemens, Emerson) and HMIs (Iconics, Intellution, Wonderware), control and instrument loops.

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

People also searched

Company

Overview

Since 1886

Year Established

The company was founded in this year, marking the beginning of its journey in water and wastewater services.

14M+ People

Serve Millions Daily

The company delivers water and wastewater services to over fourteen million people across the United States.

24 States

National Presence

The company operates and provides essential water services in a significant portion of the U.S., covering two dozen states.

130+ Years

Legacy of Excellence

With over a century of experience, the company has built a reputation as a leader in water systems and operations.

Provides vital water and wastewater services, ensuring communities have access to clean water.
Has a long history of managing water infrastructure in partnership with municipalities.
Recent projects include modernizing infrastructure, expanding service coverage, and improving water treatment facilities.
Known for innovation in water management, offering sustainable solutions to modern water challenges.
A trusted provider for residential, commercial, and industrial customers across the U.S.

Culture + Values

Safety first – safety is our top focus for every employee, customer and community we serve.
Trust, dignity & respect – being dependable, honest, transparent and accountable; ensuring everyone is acknowledged, heard and empowered to thrive.
One team – leveraging our size, scale and expertise to act as a cohesive team working towards a greater purpose.
Environmental leadership – delivering clean, safe, reliable and affordable services while acting as a trusted steward of our most precious resource.
High performance – committed to excellence in everything we do, executing to the best of our abilities and addressing issues quickly and transparently.

Environment + Sustainability

75% reduction

Injury Rate Improvement

The injury rate has been reduced by 75% since 2018, demonstrating a strong commitment to workplace safety.

20 billion kWh

Solar Energy Generation

Deployment of solar panels at six treatment facilities generates approximately 20 million kWh annually.

6.4 billion gallons

Water Saved

Leak-detection technology has prevented the loss of 6.4 billion gallons of water per day over five years.

≤1%

Affordable Water Bills

Average residential bills are capped at ≤1% of median household income, ensuring affordability.

Medium‑term GHG goal: reduce scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50% by 2035 from a 2020 baseline.
Long‑term GHG goal: achieve net zero scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2050.
Water delivery efficiency: by 2035, reduce water delivered per customer 15% vs 2015 baseline.
Water system resilience: by 2030, increase Utility Resilience Index by 10% vs 2020 baseline.
Drinking water quality compliance tied to employee compensation via Annual Performance Plan.
Infrastructure investment: billions annually, including $28–32 billion over ten years to modernize assets, boost resiliency, reduce leaks and enhance water quality.
In 2022, water‑line replacement rate was 136 years—well ahead of nearly 200‑year industry average.

Inclusion & Diversity

#11 Ranking

Forbes Best Employers for Diversity

Recognized as one of the top employers for diversity in the U.S.

4 Years

Consistently top-scoring utility in the Disability Equality Index.

2022 Pay Equity

Conducted a comprehensive pay equity analysis across the organization.

Four Consecutive Years

Included in the Bloomberg Gender Equality Index for four years.

Chief Inclusion Officer (dual-reporting to CEO & CHRO) leads ID&E strategic plan.
Inclusion & Diversity Advisory Council provides governance and guidance for ID&E efforts.
Four employee business resource groups launched: female empowerment; Black/African American; LGBTQ+; caregivers & disability.
Social-goal tracking includes % female and racial/ethnic diversity based on self-identification.
Annual Performance Plan includes Employee Diversity as performance metric.

Articles

Careers

Sustainability