Automation Specialist

Overview

Automation Specialist in Oklahoma. As part of the Water Design Center, Garver seeks an Automation Specialist in Oklahoma. You will be responsible for developing PLC and HMI programs in support of various projects for Garver’s Automation Team. Diversity in high-volume, custom plant projects will allow this programmer the opportunity to be hands-on and directly involved with clients.

General responsibilities include developing and commissioning PLC and SCADA HMI applications and providing technical support to internal and external customers for water and wastewater projects.

• Develop PLC programming logic and SCADA HMI graphic screens for automation of water and wastewater treatment control systems.
• Work closely with electrical, I&C, process, and process mechanical team members 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 project sites.
• Work 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.

Some travel may be required, as projects may require field work for site assessment and control system implementation during construction. Candidates should be able to coordinate with other project team members and maintain a positive team attitude and interpersonal effectiveness to maintain an efficient team.

• 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:
• 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, automation and process control systems
• Experience using Bluebeam and MS Office products, including Excel, Outlook, and Word
• Good verbal and written communication skills

• 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 electrical and control complexities in 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

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