W2 onsite - Lead PLC Controls Engineer (35882)

Responsibilities

• Provide technical direction and recommendations to team members and IS management.
• Understand and ensure compliance to IS standards and methodology.
• Recommend and develop plans for systems development and operations, hardware, software, and equipment purchases.
• Negotiate with technical personnel and customers for services, products, and direction.
• Review and advise groups in the selection, usage, and maintenance of technology solutions.
• Provide direction to the vendors and stay current on the latest technologies of the systems supported by the organization to assist in the future planning of necessary IT initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems, or other technical area.
• Equivalent work experience may be acceptable.
• Experience: 6+ years of experience in Information Systems or related area with proven programming experience.
• Computer Skills: Strong knowledge of multiple technologies including but not limited to SCADA, 4GL programming, scripting, server based, and SQL.
• PLC Skills: Knowledge in programming, commissioning, and troubleshooting PLC-based control systems in industrial environments. Experienced with ladder logic and structured programming, I/O mapping, HMI integration, and interpreting electrical schematics to diagnose faults and restore uptime.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Experience communicating technical information to non-technical team members.