Automation Specialist

Position Overview

Automation Specialist at Garver in Oklahoma City Metro, Oklahoma. As part of the Water Design Center, your role is to develop PLC and HMI programs to support various water and wastewater projects. You will be hands‑on and directly involved with clients on high‑volume custom plant projects.

• Develop PLC programming logic and SCADA HMI graphic screens for automation of water and wastewater treatment control systems.
• Work closely with other team members, including electrical, I&C, process, and process mechanical engineers, to coordinate project requirements.
• Collaborate on automation control system design, including P&, network architecture, and control schematics.
• Implement PLC and SCADA HMI applications during system commissioning at the project sites.
• Work closely with contractors and plant operators during construction and commissioning of automation control systems.
• Maintain and update documentation for existing automation control systems.
• Provide timely resolution and troubleshooting of technical issues related to instrumentation and automation control systems.

• Associate degree or technical education in a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in industrial controls and automation.
• Experience developing and supporting PLC and HMI applications. Experience with one or more of the following programs is a plus:
• Rockwell Automation Studio 5000
• Rockwell Automation Factory Talk View Site Edition
• Schneider Electric Unity Pro
• GE iFIX
• Schneider Electric Wonderware
• Inductive Automation Ignition
• Technically competent in controls, instrumentation, and automation and process control systems.
• Experience using Bluebeam and MS Office products, including Excel, Outlook, and Word.
• Good communication skills (verbal and written).

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Experience using AutoCAD and/or Revit CAD programs.
• Experience performing field service work, including project commissioning and technical support.
• Overall understanding of water and wastewater treatment plant systems in a plant‑wide setting.
• Understanding of the electrical and control complexities associated with water and wastewater treatment equipment.
• Experience with the design and implementation of remote telemetry systems.
• Ability to develop and design SCADA infrastructure, including network communications.

Garver offers employee‑paid professional memberships, support for industry licenses and continuing education, competitive salary packages, attractive benefits, and a comprehensive wellness program. The company culture fosters a progressive atmosphere, work‑life balance, and opportunities for leadership development.

Garver is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Our employment practices are based upon an individual’s capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by law.