Automation Specialist

Freese and Nichols is searching for a skilled Automation Specialist to support our I&C Design team in Raleigh, NC.

• Develops Technical Memorandums related to I&C projects including, but not limited to:
  • SCADA Master Planning
  • PLC and HMI Selections
  • Telemetry Studies
  • Preliminary Engineering/Design Reports
• Develop P&IDs, IO Lists, and requirements for industrial control panels
• Develops plans and specifications for I&C projects
• Develops testing requirements for hardware and software
• Develop simulations for PLC testing
• Ability to troubleshoot control system hardware and software problems
• Train clients on the use of hardware and software for their application
• Work with vendors, integrators, and internal I&C team to respond to and resolve SCADA system issues

• 5+ years in SCADA and/or I&C Design
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a closely related discipline
• Experience in all phases of SCADA system design, from pre-proposal involvement to the initial report, design, production, and construction.
• Experience managing SCADA implementation projects
• Experience interacting and working with a diverse set of clients and subcontractors
• Excellent technical writing skills

• Certifications:
  
  Ability to be licensed as a PE
• Proficiency in VTScada, AVEVA System Platform, Studio 5000, and Concept
• Experience with SCADA Planning and Technology Selection Projects
• OT Networking and Cybersecurity
• Revit or Auto Cad
• XL Reporter or Dream Reports

Freese and Nichols is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.