Controls Engineer - Technical Prof I at Wood PLC

Posted in Other 3 days ago.

Location: Portsmouth, Virginia





Job Description:

JOB DESCRIPTION



The Controls Engineers are given the opportunity to work on projects from the initial planning stages to field installation and commissioning for the Water-Wastewater and Automotive Industry. Demonstrated trouble shooting skills are necessary.



RESPONSIBILITIES



  • Design automation control systems from customer specifications
  • Responsible for programming automation and control systems involving PLCs and HMI's
  • Specify electrical equipment and materials including PLCs, automation control components and instrumentation based on calculations, customer specifications, and engineering principles
  • Develop electrical and P&ID drawings
  • Troubleshoot hardware and software issues
  • Design and debug Data Acquisition systems (SCADA)
  • Power-up, Debug, and Calibration of Water/Wastewater and/or Automotive Control Systems
  • Follow all company processes, check lists, and support the development of standardized design platforms





QUALIFICATIONS



Skills / Qualifications:


Electrical engineering degree with 1-2 years of experience or 2-5 years equivalent experience in Automation Programming of PLC's
  • 2-4 years of PLC and HMI/SCADA programming experience
  • Proficient in programming PLC's; Rockwell, Siemens, GE, Modicon, Emerson Control Wave
  • Proficient in programming HMI/SCADA systems, FactoryTalk, Maple, VTSCADA, Wonderware
  • Industrial electrical hands-on experience and troubleshooting, including 480VAC 3-phase, 120 VAC, 24VDC systems, and VFD's
  • Experience identifying, maintaining, troubleshooting, and modifying automation controls including motor starters, Variable Frequency Drives, and standard electrical components
  • Experience with process control instrumentation; flow meters, pressure transmitters, & level transmitters a plus
  • Exceptional problem-solving skills, using a logical and systematic approach
  • Has a working knowledge of industry standards and regulations (NEC, IEEE, NFPA, & OSHA, etc)
  • Ability to read, revise and create new PLC logic, HMI/SCADA programs, and VFD parameters
  • Attention to detail to maintain accurate drawings, files, bill of materials, correct spare parts and equipment specifications
  • Travel up to 25%. The current project workload is less
  • Authorization to work lawfully in the US without sponsorship from Wood is required



Physical Requirements:

  • Able to climb a 2 story ladder
  • Can walk a mile in 20 minutes
  • Be able to cover, on foot, a reasonable distance on a job site
  • Able to lift 30 lbs. without difficulty

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