PLC and Scada

Role:: PLC and Scada

Location: Sacaramento, CA

Job Summary:

Under little to no supervision, the PLC Applications Engineer must be capable of writing PLC programs OIT programs, and software control descriptions for controlling various water and/or wastewater processes. Responsible for the analysis, design, programming, debugging and modification of programmable logic for such applications. Verify that all aspects of PLC & OIT functionality meet required project specifications and perform bench testing, shop testing, and troubleshooting during startup and post-commissioning. Ability and willingness to train and aid other programmers, along with assisting in the development of departmental best practices and standards.

Essential Functions:

• Write PLC operating program based upon control specification and/or Tesco standards to assure safe, reliable and optimal equipment operation
• Write (publish) concise operating instructions detailing; control parameters and their effects under normal and failure conditions
• Provide technical assistance (phone or job-site) to verify and/or modify PLC program
• Work with various departments internally, along with consulting engineers, customers and end-users to assure proper system layouts and designs
• Analyze and interpret existing programs and documentation to identify systems' requirements and project modifications
• Ensure assignments and work schedules follow policy and procedures
• Assist in the standardization of department programming practices and procedures
• Evaluate current procedures and recommend changes to improve the efficiency of planning, documentation and execution of development activity
• Function as technical leadership of projects and support larger scale projects
• Communicate effectively to a wide range of internal and external contacts
• Assist in training other employees on any aspect above
• Provide weekly content and job status reports used with scheduling tools.
• All other duties assigned

Demonstrated Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• High level of organizational and time management skills
• High level of project management skills

Education and Knowledge:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Engineering/Technology or related field and necessary experience
• Applied knowledge in programming major manufacturers (Allen-Bradley, Schneider Electric, Siemens, Tesco, etc.) PLCs & OITs
• Excellent understanding of computer operations, Microsoft Office
• Excellent knowledge of instruments and electro-mechanical devices used for process control
• Understanding of Tesco best practices

Experience:

At least 5+ years of related experience

Training Requirements:

• Tesco Controls, Inc. general office safety training
• Tesco will provide OSHA 10 job site safety training

Safety Requirements:

• Required to follow all Safety Policies and Guidelines
• Report any potential hazards to supervisor, Safety & Facilities Supervisor, or HR.
• Required to wear appropriate PPE and/or eye protection when designated.

Physical Demands:

• Light physical effort
• Regularly required to sit
• Will be required to work out in the field

Work Environment:

• Office Environment
• Production environment