Control Systems Specialist

Position Purpose: 

Functions as a subject matter expert for controls systems support required for the operations of a surface water treatment plants wells wastewater treatment plants and remote facilities in the potable water distribution and wastewater collection systems. Under the direction of SCADA Control Systems Superintendent this position will be responsible for the maintenance and troubleshooting to support reliable operations of all plant and remote-facilities control systems.

Primary Duties/Responsibilities: 

• Responsible for ensuring the Utility SCADA standards are maintained and the control systems are in compliance with Veolia Industry State and Federal cyber security rules guidelines policies and best practices.
• Proactively evaluate enhance and develop preventative maintenance activities for instrumentation and control devices in the systems.
• Responsible for management of data acquisition originated from SCADA or similar data source to ensure data quality and availability for the operation / business needs.
• Execute preventative maintenance and corrective maintenance activities.
• Key member of the Veolia New York Smart SCADA upgrade project team.
• Responsible for the operation and maintenance of the control systems hardware/software communication networks and historical database systems.
• Responsible to maintain control system Emergency coverage. Some night and weekend emergency work is required.
• Participate in the Veolia NY OPS Emergency Response Team.
• Troubleshoot systems; perform root cause analysis identify resolution options implement best alternatives.
• Oversee vendors for work performed on control systems and related devices such as: RTU modules VFDs Chemical pumps Flowmeters WQ instrumentation etc.
• Support operations engineering and corporate departments in defining control system requirements balancing cost efficiency and security.
• Travel Must respond to remote locations to troubleshoot repair and improve control systems as required to maintain continuity of service for customers and regulatory compliance.
• Maintain and repair the control system communications including plant fiber optic routers switches firewalls cellular modems and serial radios.
• Develop operational procedures reports etc. Supporting operations and to ensure regulatory compliance and the requirements of both internal and external clients.
• Coordinate with the Utility M&S control system group with regards to SCADA standards significant system changes problem-solving assistance. Keep proper and timely updates and communication.
• Coordinate with Veolias TS group with regards to Industrial Control System cyber security network maintenance and computer system maintenance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications :

Education/Experience/Background: 

• B.S. degree in Engineering or related technical field or 5 years of experience (as described below).
• Experience in water or wastewater treatment plants and system facilities preferable but not required.
• Experience with PLC/HMI systems required.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: 

• Network and remote communications including radio cellular and TCP/IP networking a plus.
• Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills coupled with a strong technical background.
• Exercise discretion and independent judgment.
• Familiar with basic electric AC/DC circuits control wirings and PLC controls programming.
• Knowledge of widely used control system packages such as Rockwell GE Proficy GeoSCADA or similar required.
• Be available to support operations whenever needed (occasional nights and weekends).
• Must be able to read and write.
• Ability to learn new water industry technology and teach.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to walk on uneven terrain; climb ladders hills and stairs; enter confined spaces to where SCADA equipment is located moderate lifting up to 25 pounds; sit stand and walk for long periods at a time.
• Must be able to speak see clearly and hear. Must be able to smell gases.

Additional Information :

Pay Range: $62000 to $88000 per year.

Benefits: Veolias comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies as well as health dental and vision insurance. In addition employees are also entitled to participate in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan to save for retirement. Pay and benefits for employees represented by a union are outlined in their collective bargaining agreement.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or protected veteran status.

Disclaimer: The salary other compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time subject to applicable law.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time