FastTek Global · 2 weeks ago
Control System Specialist
Michigan, United States
Contract
Hybrid
Senior Level
$34/hr - $42/hr
6+ years expFastTek Global is a consulting company focused on helping people find their success stories. They are seeking a Control Systems Specialist to support generation projects by managing operational technology initiatives and ensuring reliable control systems operation across plant facilities.
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Hiring Manager
Lisa Birney
Responsibilities
Assist in planning and executing OTAM and field modernization projects
Manage and analyze data using Excel for project tracking and reporting
Provide technical support for Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and related control equipment
Review and update documentation for control systems and network configurations
Ensure compliance with cybersecurity and MFA requirements for OT environments
Collaborate with IT and engineering teams to integrate controls communication and logic
Troubleshoot basic network and control system issues during modernization activities
Be a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) and other stand-alone systems (both hardware and software)
Knowledge of DCS and PLC systems from multiple vendors (GE Mark VI, ABB, Ovation, Rockwell Automation, and others)
Qualification
Required
Strong in excel
Strong in DCS Systems (Distributed Control Systems) – ability to see all the parts
Understanding data and understanding the parts
Understanding data management
PLC's is a nice to have, DCS is really the must have skill
Anyone with past experience in Power plant, Manufacture environment, controls environment, GE, Siemens
Problem solving
STAR format for interview questions
6+ years of experience
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
Experience in a plant environment
Proficiency in Excel data management for reporting and analysis
DCS experience (preferred) with knowledge of control system architecture
Understanding of controls equipment types and functions
Basic knowledge of networking principles and controls communication/logic
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Strong organizational skills
Preferred
Experience in power generation or industrial automation projects
Familiarity with OT cybersecurity practices and MFA implementation
Knowledge of PLCs, SCADA systems, and field instrumentation
Knowledgeable of the design, construction or operation of electric generating plant and/or gas compressor station equipment
Benefits
Medical and Dental (FastTek pays majority of the medical program)
Vision
Personal Time Off (PTO) Program
Long Term Disability (100% paid)
Life Insurance (100% paid)
401(k) with immediate vesting and 3% (of salary) dollar-for-dollar match
Company
FastTek Global
FastTek Global specializes in business professional, engineering, and tech staffing, recruiting, managing, and offshore services.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
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Carey Pachla
President and CEO
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