Garver · 1 day ago
Automation Specialist
Fayetteville, AR
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expGarver is an employee-owned engineering firm specializing in various services, including water and wastewater. The Automation Specialist will focus on developing PLC and HMI programs for the Water Design Center, providing technical support for various projects, and collaborating with team members to ensure project requirements are met.
Civil Engineering
Responsibilities
Developing PLC programming logic and SCADA HMI graphic screens for automation of water and wastewater treatment control systems
Working closely with other team members, including electrical, I&C, process, and process mechanical team members to coordinate the project requirements
Collaborating on automation control system design, including P&ID drawings, network architecture, and control schematics
Implementing PLC and SCADA HMI applications during system commissioning at the project sites
Working closely with contractors and plant operators during construction and commissioning of automation control systems
Maintain and update documentation for existing automation control systems
Provide timely resolution and troubleshooting of technical issues related to instrumentation and automation control systems
Qualification
Required
Associate degree or technical education in a related field
Minimum of 10 years of experience in industrial controls and automation
Experience developing and supporting PLC and HMI applications. Experience with one or more of the following programs is a plus: Rockwell Automation Studio 5000, Rockwell Automation FactoryTalk View Site Edition, Schneider Electric Unity Pro, GE iFIX, Schneider Electric Wonderware, Inductive Automation Ignition
Technically competent in controls, instrumentation, and automation and process control systems
Experience using Bluebeam and MSOffice products, including Excel, Outlook, and Word
Good communication skills (verbal and written)
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in a related field
Experience using AutoCad and/or Revit CAD programs
Experience performing field service work, including project commissioning and technical support
Overall understanding of water and wastewater treatment plant systems in a plant-wide setting
Understanding of the electrical and control complexities associated with water and wastewater treatment equipment
Experience with the design and implementation of remote telemetry systems
Ability to develop and design SCADA infrastructure, including network communications
Benefits
Company-paid professional memberships
Company support for industry licenses
Continuing education opportunities
Highly competitive salary packages
Attractive benefits
Comprehensive wellness program
Company
Garver
Garver operates as a multi-disciplined engineering, planning, and environmental services company.
1001-5000 employees
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