PLC Programmer

About the role

Noblis MSD is seeking PLC Programmers in Philadelphia, PA. Noblis MSD supports the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) and Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWCPD) with research, development, test and evaluation, acquisition, engineering, systems integration, in-service and fleet engineering, and cybersecurity.

Responsibilities

• Interface with U.S. Navy civilian software and systems engineers, support contractors, U.S. Navy ships force, OEMs, and engineering management.
• Contribute to all aspects of the software life cycle, including develop and maintain working knowledge of the DDG-51 Machinery Control System Design.
• Develop, test, install, and maintain Machinery Control Systems software and supporting software products.
• Work with Microsoft Visual Studio and version control (Git).
• Work with Automation PLC development platforms, such as Siemens TIA Portal.
• Identify and document software and system related problems.
• Resolve software problems through debugging, research, and investigation.
• Provide distance and onsite support of software problems.
• Prepare and maintain new and/or existing software requirements.
• Write, review, and maintain technical documentation such as user manuals, product specifications, and training materials.

Requirements

• Entry Level: Bachelor’s level Degree in an Engineering Discipline. Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, and Computer Engineering degrees preferred, others will be considered based on experience. 0 to 3 years of professional experience.
• Mid Level: Bachelor’s level Degree in an Engineering Discipline. Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, and Computer Engineering degrees preferred, others will be considered based on experience. 3+ years of professional experience.
• Senior Level: Master’s level Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Engineering 10+ years of professional experience.

Qualifications

• Active DoD Secret clearance or ability to achieve DoD Secret clearance and US citizenship.
• Able to travel 10-20% of the time.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience in software development utilizing ladder logic, function block diagrams, and structure text.
• Familiarity with industrial PLC Development applications such as Siemens TIA Portal and Rockwell Studio 5000.
• Strong familiarization with PLC equipment, microcontrollers, logic gates, circuit design, electrical schematics, SCADA architecture, and human/machine interfaces.
• Experience designing automated systems, including sequential function charts and state diagram modeled controllers.
• Skilled in implementing and designing equipment controls, including PID and Deadband controls.
• Experience developing, testing, and installing software and supporting software products with automation controllers and physical input/output signals.
• Basic knowledge of network protocols such as TCP/IP, UDP, Modbus, and OPC UA.
• Experience supporting and troubleshooting networked, IP-based systems both onsite and via distance support.
• Experience with databases (MS Access, SQL).

Benefits

Details on benefits are available on the Benefits page on our Careers site.

Pay

Projected compensation range for this position is based on full time status. For part time or on-call staff, compensation is proportionately adjusted based on hours worked. While monetary compensation is important, it's just one component of Noblis' total compensation package.

Schedule

Details on schedule are available on the Careers site.