Controls Specialist; I&C Specialist

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Job responsibilities include supporting and transitioning between multiple mid to large sized projects, checking cables and wiring in the field, performing and assisting in site walk downs (some travel required), preparing cost estimates, supporting start up, prepare layouts and conceptual designs.

Skillsets and expertise required for this position include proficiency in computer-based platforms, solid Electrical knowledge, configuration /graphic skills in one or more platforms:
Ovation, Foxboro, ABB, or PLC.

Experience with field support, experience with control narrative and markup.

Experience with checking cables and wiring in the field, expedience with cost estimating in sub disciplines.

Experience developing IO lists, and the ability to build effective relationships with plant staff, design engineering staff and/or vendors.

Work environment is a coal-fired electric generating plant.

Time will be split between a controls office environment and out in the field inside the plant.

Physical requirements include walking, climbing stairs, ladder climbing, kneeling, squatting, bending and reaching.

This position is responsible for providing technical direction for control systems, program configuration, installation of systems, and troubleshooting system problems on distributed/process control systems. The responsible individual is expected to provide technical advice and direction during the design and implementation phases of projects.

This position is responsible for providing technical support necessary to maintain the reliable and efficient operation of the control systems security and asset management.

The incumbent will work closely with the Operations Department to identify and correct shortcomings in the plant control systems. They are to be the expert on issues surrounding control systems and will represent the plant on various internal and external teams such as applicable controls user groups and at various internal and external meetings such as I&C Technical Forums.

Four-year degree, two-year technical certification, and/or an associate's degree in electronics preferred or equivalent experience required.

Experience with instrument and/or controls in a plant or industrial environment

Performs periodic inspections of the control rooms to determine the status of equipment. Manages a preventive maintenance and calibration program for instrumentation and control systems. Develops and manages functional tests for control systems

Experience with programmable logic controllers and/or distributed control systems is required.

Moderate to high level of proficiency in one of the following PLC, DCS, or TCS control system platforms (ABB S+, Siemens T3000, Allen Bradley PLC) experience preferred

Field troubleshooting experience on control strategy, field instrumentation, and control systems equipment failures

Power Generation experience preferred

Experience working with networks, planning, designing, implementing or testing security measures to protect data and technology equipment preferred

Familiarity with Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) requirements preferred

Previous experience with networking protocols such as Modbus TCP/IP, Modbus Serial, DNP3, OPC, Allen Bradley (A-B) Ethernet, etc. preferred

Previous experience with Microsoft Windows operating system management including installing system updates, patches, antivirus software, and firewall management is preferred

Good oral/written communication skills and ability to work effectively with varied individuals (craft personnel, support staff, supervisory staff, and management) is a must

Strong organizational, administrative, time management, project management, facilitation and analytical skills are required

Self-motivation and demonstrated initiative are crucial for this position

Must be willing to be apart of a team and willing to foster an inclusive environment

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