Systems Control Engineer I/II/III

Performs engineering work associated with the maintenance of computerized process control, data acquisition and/or data transmission of water plant production and distribution systems by:

Typical Responsibilities Include: 

• Learning various plant processes and operations for troubleshooting process control.
• Maintaining existing control strategies
• Maintaining the control and historical databases.
• Maintaining system hardware, including both preventive maintenance and repair.
• Maintaining network infrastructures as directed
• Maintaining accurate system documentation.
• Learning PLC and SCADA programs.
• Performing periodic system backups.
• Conducting essential data archive functions.
• Maintaining and repairing associated process control equipment.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.
• Assists Instrumentation Technicians or Electricians with troubleshooting, (i.e. process control, field wirings.

Typical Qualifications:

• Graduation from a four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree in Engineering or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.  Some experience in process instrumentation is preferred.
• Good knowledge of communication systems, using radio, phone and fiber optics, and distributed control systems.
• Knowledge of the theory and practice of the design, processes and operation of public water supply facilities.
• Good knowledge of process instrumentation, process control techniques, field sensors and controllers, digital control hardware including Programmable Logic Controllers, Relay Ladder Logic and control software and/or networking hardware/software.
• Experience with computer hardware and software
• Ability to assist in the work of other technicians and engineers.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.