PLC Applications Engineer - Inframark, LLC
Sterling, VA
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Job Description
Inframark is growing!
We are looking for a PLC Applications Engineer with PLC expertise in developing PLC application monitoring and control software, performing factory and field testing, startup, customer training and other PLC related service work.
Essential duties and responsibilities:
· Receives project requirements and direction through meetings with the Project Manager and review of the contract documents.
· Keeps managers advised of the status of tasks and projects landmarks. Maintains awareness of project budgets and keeps the PM aware of issues that would adversely affect the budget.
· Produces timely, accurate project documentation such as timesheets, trip reports, etc.
· Follows established Best Practices and Development Standards and Procedures.
· Produces the System Control Narrative on projects.
· Develop Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) application programs based on the contract documents and System Control Narrative using the PLC manufacturer’s Programming Software.
· Installs all developed application software and required vendor software and verifies their accurate execution.
· Interfaces the company’s supplied equipment to third-party vendor systems via industrial communication protocols, when applicable.
· Participates in Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), when required.
· Demonstrates overall system functionality to the Owner/Engineer/Contractor including hardware and network operation, SCADA monitoring and control, displaying data, alarming, and historical data collection for report generation.
· Provides training to operators, supervisors, and administrative personnel.
· Generates and gathers all required final project documentation.
· Provides technical assistance to Customers.
· Provides reactive and adaptable support to field service technicians to assist in solving and repair of PLC related issues at customer sites or by remote support as appropriate.
Qualifications:
Minimum 2 years' experience in PLC programming, preferably in the Water & Wastewater industry. PLC Application Engineers must have knowledge and experience
with PLC hardware and programming software (Allen-Bradley and/or Schneider and/or Siemens and/or Emerson).
Physical demands
Ability to communicate orally with management and other co-workers is crucial. Regular use of the telephone and e-mail for communication is critical. Sitting for extended periods in front of a computer monitor is common. Hearing within normal ranges is vital for communication with the Project Team and customers. Adequate vision is needed for using a computer monitor. Lifting of computer servers, workstations, and peripherals is required. Good manual dexterity for setting up computer equipment and attaching associated cables.
Work environment:
The job is performed both indoors at the office and at the jobsite. Activities include extended periods of sitting and extensive work at a computer monitor. This job includes the potential of working irregular hours with on-call availability to solve project startup and warranty problems.
Travel
Travel is required on a regular basis to start up, test, and demonstrate the company’s supplied SCADA monitoring and control systems.
Compensation is commensurate with experience and includes a generous benefits package with health, dental and life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off, sick leave, holidays, and wellness plan.
About Inframark
Inframark, LLC (www.inframark.com) is an industry-leading applied technology and solutions firm focused on water and infrastructure operation and maintenance across the U.S. By integrating automation and intelligent data solutions in water and wastewater operations and maintenance, management of community infrastructure, and data systems integration, Inframark can provide unparalleled service. With over 40 years of experience managing water-related infrastructure, the company employs approximately 3,000 people, serving over 400 clients in 30 states. Inframark manages facilities that can treat a billion gallons of drinking water and wastewater daily.
An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Inframark is growing!
We are looking for a PLC Applications Engineer with PLC expertise in developing PLC application monitoring and control software, performing factory and field testing, startup, customer training and other PLC related service work.
Essential duties and responsibilities:
· Receives project requirements and direction through meetings with the Project Manager and review of the contract documents.
· Keeps managers advised of the status of tasks and projects landmarks. Maintains awareness of project budgets and keeps the PM aware of issues that would adversely affect the budget.
· Produces timely, accurate project documentation such as timesheets, trip reports, etc.
· Follows established Best Practices and Development Standards and Procedures.
· Produces the System Control Narrative on projects.
· Develop Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) application programs based on the contract documents and System Control Narrative using the PLC manufacturer’s Programming Software.
· Installs all developed application software and required vendor software and verifies their accurate execution.
· Interfaces the company’s supplied equipment to third-party vendor systems via industrial communication protocols, when applicable.
· Participates in Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), when required.
· Demonstrates overall system functionality to the Owner/Engineer/Contractor including hardware and network operation, SCADA monitoring and control, displaying data, alarming, and historical data collection for report generation.
· Provides training to operators, supervisors, and administrative personnel.
· Generates and gathers all required final project documentation.
· Provides technical assistance to Customers.
· Provides reactive and adaptable support to field service technicians to assist in solving and repair of PLC related issues at customer sites or by remote support as appropriate.
Qualifications:
Minimum 2 years' experience in PLC programming, preferably in the Water & Wastewater industry. PLC Application Engineers must have knowledge and experience
with PLC hardware and programming software (Allen-Bradley and/or Schneider and/or Siemens and/or Emerson).
Physical demands
Ability to communicate orally with management and other co-workers is crucial. Regular use of the telephone and e-mail for communication is critical. Sitting for extended periods in front of a computer monitor is common. Hearing within normal ranges is vital for communication with the Project Team and customers. Adequate vision is needed for using a computer monitor. Lifting of computer servers, workstations, and peripherals is required. Good manual dexterity for setting up computer equipment and attaching associated cables.
Work environment:
The job is performed both indoors at the office and at the jobsite. Activities include extended periods of sitting and extensive work at a computer monitor. This job includes the potential of working irregular hours with on-call availability to solve project startup and warranty problems.
Travel
Travel is required on a regular basis to start up, test, and demonstrate the company’s supplied SCADA monitoring and control systems.
Compensation is commensurate with experience and includes a generous benefits package with health, dental and life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off, sick leave, holidays, and wellness plan.
About Inframark
Inframark, LLC (www.inframark.com) is an industry-leading applied technology and solutions firm focused on water and infrastructure operation and maintenance across the U.S. By integrating automation and intelligent data solutions in water and wastewater operations and maintenance, management of community infrastructure, and data systems integration, Inframark can provide unparalleled service. With over 40 years of experience managing water-related infrastructure, the company employs approximately 3,000 people, serving over 400 clients in 30 states. Inframark manages facilities that can treat a billion gallons of drinking water and wastewater daily.
An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
CMSTECH1
Requirements
_Internal employees, please apply via Sharepoint:_ Click Here (https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=ulEKN6BrH0C-S-h2glHJ1tPeH_hqqyZEj16AqZpE8ApUNUFZNUlBN1M1S1RLVDVCVTRMTUNWUzFLWS4u)
_Contact the recruiter above if you need assistance._
An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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