Control System Specialist

JOB SUMMARY

Control Systems Engineer/Integrator is responsible for designing, developing, installing, managing and/or maintaining equipment which is used to monitor and control engineering systems, machinery and processes. The main objective of the Control System Engineer/Integrator is to ensure that these systems and processes operate effectively, efficiently and safely. This position will need skills in specific disciplines such as PLC, HMI, SCADA, and AutoCAD.

JOB DUTIES

Essential Duties

• Design, program, test and commission of automation instrumentation and control systems
• Prepare technical documents and design specifications for control systems and installations
• Write reports, user and maintenance manuals, procedures and qualification protocols
• Work in collaboration with Electrical Designers for all projects
• Work within the defined schedule estimates.
• Involvement in controls projects, programming, electrical design, and system integration
• Manage project duties, specifying, ordering (if required), creating and maintaining punch lists, attending review meetings and undertaking and / or giving training courses.
• Represent the organization in a professional and mature manner
• Working with project management colleagues to ensure that projects are completed on time, on budget and to the highest levels of safety and quality.
• Travel to commission and support systems at customer facilities

Marginal Duties

Other duties, as assigned, within ability and responsibility level of the job

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Construction field environment may require climbing stairs, standing, bending, and lifting.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Office, production, and manufacturing shop environment. Daily and/or overnight travel in the field is required. Field environment; construction, water, and wastewater treatment plants. Safety equipment required; hard hats, boots, safety vests, and eye protective gear. May be required to work overtime as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

Educational/Experience Requirements

• Technical degree in Engineering.
• Three (3) to eight (8) years of relevant industry experience
  

Special Skills, Knowledge, or Abilities

• Programming automation controllers and software such as: PLCs, HMI and SCADA
• Project Planning/System Architecture Design, Networking and System Testing experiences
• Good communication with team members and clients
• Heavy HMI graphics development and programming skills with Wonderware InTouch/ArchestrA System Platform, FactoryTalk View SE/ME, Siemens WinCC/WinCC Flexible, ClearSCADA, GE Proficy Ifix, Maple Systems, Vijeo Citect, etc.
• Knowledge with PLC hardware and programming software: Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Modicon/Square D, GE Fanuc, Control Microsystems, Automation Direct, Opto22, etc.
• Electrical schematic design experience, familiar with low voltage MCCs, VFDs, Single-phase and 3-phases motors and control
• Hand on experience with AutoCAD Electrical desired
• Quickly learn new technologies
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Software especially MS Project, Power Point and Excel

Interpersonal

• Ability to work alone or as part of a team
• Ability to multi task and prioritize
• Strong problem solving skills.
• Detail oriented.
• Maintain composure under stress.
• Ability and willingness to take directions.
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Ability to travel up to 30%-50% of the time to customer locations
• Self-motivated

OTHER

Candidate requires a good driving record, drug testing, and clear background check. Candidate must have a Texas valid driver’s license and insurance.

CONTACT WITH OTHERS

Daily significant interaction with supervisor and other co-workers. General contact with customers, over the phone, email, and in person.