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Senior Instrumentation Engineer

MartinFed · Beltsville, MD · 2 wk ago
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About the role

MartinFed is seeking an Automation & Controls / Instrumentation Engineer to support the design, implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of industrial automation, data acquisition, and instrumentation systems used in fire testing and research laboratories.

Responsibilities

  • Design, program, troubleshoot, and maintain Instrumentations/Automation control systems.
  • Develop and maintain HMI/SCADA applications.
  • Configure Ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP, OPC, and industrial communication networks.
  • Design, configure, and troubleshoot data acquisition (DAQ) systems.
  • Install, calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot instrumentation with sensors, such as temperature, pressure, flow, load cell, heat flux, gas analysis, and humidity sensors.
  • Support SQL databases, historians, and automated data collection.
  • Prepare engineering documentation, wiring diagrams, and operating procedures.
  • Support laboratory operations during Test.

Requirements

  • US Citizen with the ability to obtain a DoJ security clearance.
  • US Citizen able to pass background check.
  • Clearance.
  • Bachelors degree with at least 11 years of relevant experience.
  • Masters degree with at least nine (9) years of experience, or Ph.D./Doctorate with at least 12 years of experience.

Qualifications

  • Allen-Bradley ControlLogix / CompactLogix PLC programming.
  • Studio 5000 Logix Designer, Ladder Logic and Structured Text.
  • GE iFIX, FactoryTalk View, or Ignition SCADA/HMI, OPC DA / OPC UA.
  • Industrial networking (EtherNet/IP, Modbus TCP/RTU).
  • Data acquisition (DAQ) systems.
  • Microsoft SQL Server and SQL queries and Microsoft Excel and VBA.
  • Electrical schematics and control panel troubleshooting.
  • Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
  • Excellent communication and documentation skills.

Physical Requirements / Environmental Conditions

  • Laboratory setting.
  • Be able to stand for long periods of time and operate several pieces of scientific equipment simultaneously.
  • Use their hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
  • Be able to lift 50 pounds for a short period of time on a regular basis.

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