Control System Engineer

Skillset: Controls Systems Engineer

Location: 3 days in SW DC & 2 days in Manassas

Core hours on Manassas days (9AM-5PM) and more flexible for DC days (early start or later)

Terms: Permanent Placement/Direct Hire

Salary: $75,000-$90,000

Hours: M-F, flex hours, 40-hour week

SCOPE: This firm supports Data Centers Controls and Semi-Conductor work (meters, sensors, PLCs, relays) to ensure these buildings are running efficiently. They are looking for a Controls System Engineer to help with design and testing of PLCs and SCADA systems.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Position Overview

This position requires technical expertise with regards to SCADA development, PLC programming, and/or system acceptance testing. As part of this role, the employee will split time between the client site and Headquarters office. The clients we serve are in the Mission Critical Facilities space, where safety and reliability are paramount. While serving our clients, individuals fulfilling this position must design/build systems as well as effectively communicate and troubleshoot issues with client operators and stakeholders. The ideal candidate has experience with SCADA programming, onsite acceptance testing, and PLC programming.

Key Responsibilities

· SCADA programming development

· Field Device configuration and communications setup

· PLC programming - function block diagram and structured text

· Digest technical drawing sets to extract relevant programming information

· Conduct system acceptance testing and troubleshooting to ensure reliability and efficiency

· Provide project updates in client meetings and directly to client operators/engineers

· Thoroughly document lessons learned and opportunities for development improvements

· Stay up to date on industry developments

Qualifications

· Proven ability to collaborate effectively with a cross-functional team

· Prior real-world experience in the Mission Critical Construction Experience

· Certification or credential in SCADA or software control platform

· Certification or credential in PLC/ other relevant controller programming

· Experience with System Integration, Factory or Site Acceptance Testing, or PLC Programming

· 2+ years of experience, or a degree related to, the Mission Critical Industry

Desired Attributes

· Familiarity with Mission Critical facility functionality

· Knowledge of electric power system terms, power flows, system and equipment functions

· Proficiency with GE’s Proficy and Catapult, HMI/SCADA, known as iFIX and iPower or other SCADA applications

· Strong written communication skills

· Great attention to detail

· Strong ability to document step by step testing plans

· Desires to perform acceptance testing on client site on a regular basis

· Ability to capture design intent via drawing set and innovate to meet client designs

· Implement programming changes based on multiple parties or specialists' inputs

· Interested in forming lasting client relationships and building trust

· Able to speak with experts outside of their own knowledgebase

· Ability to efficiently switch between working on multiple projects or systems

· Strong analytical and strategic thinking abilities

· Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

· Ability to balance working as a team with self-direction

· A person who fits into the small business company culture and ethos

Compensation & Benefits

· Salary-exempt position ranging from $75,000 to $90,000

· Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance (premium)

· Opportunities for professional development, career growth, and employee ownership

· End-of-year bonus tied to performance