Automation Engineer

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement automated systems and processes
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify automation opportunities
• Conduct feasibility studies and cost analyses for automation projects
• Create and maintain technical documentation, including system specifications and user manuals
• Manage and develop process instrumentation, controls, and automation capital expansion and replacement programs for water resources, recovery treatment, and pumping facilities
• Manage, design, implement, and manage high-quality programming work, including development, installation, operation, and maintenance of automation and control system solutions for operating the water resource and recovery treatment facilities and remote pump stations
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues with automated systems
• Perform root cause analysis to identify and address system failures or malfunctions
• Optimize automation processes for efficiency and productivity
• Collaborate with suppliers and vendors to source necessary equipment and components
• Provide support and system maintenance of DMS applications (SCADA, FISR, Self-Healing, Load Var Management, Powerflow, VMS, FMS, and database updates to ensure DMS matches field)
• Develop procedures and processes for new technologies or changing business needs to ensure compliance with all applicable standards, regulations, and company requirements
• Develop Human Machine Interface screens (HMI)
• Work with cross-functional teams to develop new mechanical and electronic systems
• Create test environments and provide the necessary research and support required
• May act as a backup to support and cover various areas of the department as needed

Skills

• Proficiency in machining and tooling techniques
• Strong knowledge of Rockwell, Control Logix, Iconics, Siemens, Delta-V, Allen Bradley, WonderWare Intouch, Zenon, and others
• Strong knowledge of SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and other design software
• Experience with distributed control systems (DCS) and programmable logic controllers (PLC)
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to perform root cause analysis
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams

Qualifications

• Minimum 4-year college degree or technical degree
• 5 or more years of equivalent work experience, including demonstrable experience owning technical solutions from inception through development, implementation, and sustainment in water treatment or wastewater facilities (preferred)
• Experience in the Wastewater marketplace (preferred)
• Effective Communication and Project Management / Organization skills
• Analytical thinker combined with solid systems engineering skills
• Strong Customer Facing and Project Team Leadership skills
• Good understanding of wastewater process, electrical systems, and SCADA / instrument & control systems
• Ability to understand multiple disciplines (i.e. process, architectural, civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation & control, etc.) drawings, the scope of work documents, and schematics
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs including but not limited to Word and Excel