Programmable Logic Controller; PLC) Engineer

Position: Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) Engineer
OverviewPLC (Programmable Logic Controller) Engineer

LOCATION:

NASA Ames Research Center, Moffett Field, CAJOB STATUS:
Full-time CLEARANCE:
Ability to pass a Federal Background Check CERTIFICATION: TRAVEL:
As Needed SALARY: 150,000 – 200,000

Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a PLC Engineer located at NASA Ames Research Center in Mountain View, CA. Astrion supports the engineering directorate and facilities that require a PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) engineer to manage the installation, upgrade, maintenance, and troubleshooting of automated control systems for building equipment and facilities. The PLC engineer ensures all equipment is functioning, updated, documented, and all work and facilities meet Federal and local standards and mandates.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS5 years of hands-on experience working with industrial automation or facility control systems, preferably with aerospace experience

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Science, or a related field. (Or equivalent 4 years hands-on experience)
Background in managing HVAC, chillers, boilers, fire alarms, power distribution networks, test equipment and/or data acquisition systems

Proven experience programming and maintaining Rockwell Automation, Schneider Electric, Siemens Inert or ABB Robotics specific systems

Work experience with industrial communication networks like Ethernet/IP, Profibus, Modbus, and Control Net Demonstrated  experience in developing and maintaining Human Machine Interfaces Physical ability to lift heavy tools, climb ladders, and work in facilities including tight spaces and high areas

Willing to work on-call, weekends, or overtime during emergency repairs or system upgrades.

Must be flexible in adapting to deadlines, changing schedules, competing priorities, and unpredictable events

Thorough, detail oriented, and organized, with excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize tasks

Superb verbal and written communication skills

Self-motivated and independent thinker PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS Working understanding of federal and NASA standards and mandates including NPR 7150.2 NASA Software Requirements Knowledge and experience with NASA standards and best practices, especially related to automation systems, a benefit

Exceptional customer relationship management highly desirable

You may not check every box or your experience may look a little different from what is outlined, but if you think you can bring value we encourage you to applyRESPONSIBILITIESEstablish a master plan for facility and equipment including new installation, maintenance, and upgrades

Responsible for management, sustaining operation, and day to day function and implementation of the PLC systems and equipment installed in facilities.

Write and edit code for PLCs, HMI (Human-Machine Interface) screens, and SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) systems

Maintain software revision control and certification compliance

Create and maintain documentation of PLC systems and equipment include new install packages for review and capture of as built/installed equipment and systems

Write, upload, test, debug and maintain software

Update and maintain facility and industrial communication networks

Perform data analysis including processing system logs and performing data trends to improve equipment performance and prevent downtime

Troubleshooting to diagnose and fix electrical, hardware, and software issues quickly

Ensure work and equipment meets Federal, California and local safety codes like NFPA 70E (Electrical Safety) and OSHA guidelines.

Coordinating with subcontractors to ensure accurate installation, upgrade and maintenance of equipment in compliance with standards and mandates

Working with the project managers, systems engineers, and technical staff to improve the overall facilities, equipment, and resolve issues

Responsible for monthly, annual, and periodic documentation and reports

Identify, communicate, and deconflict tasks and deliverables

Interface with Government, contractors, and mission partner staff