Automation Specialist

2 weeks ago

Fayetteville, AR, United States Garver Full time

As part of the Water Design Center, Garver is seeking an Automation Specialist in Fayetteville, AR. You will be responsible for developing PLC and HMI programs in support of various projects for Garver's Fayetteville Water Design Center. Diversity in high-volume, custom plant projects will allow this programmer the opportunity to be hands-on and directly involved with clients.

General responsibilities will include developing and commissioning PLC and SCADA HMI applications and providing technical support to internal and external customers as required for a variety of water and wastewater projects.

Day to day responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

  • 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.
Some travel may be required, as projects may require field work for site assessment of project locations and control system implementation during construction. Due to the collaborative nature of coordination for large infrastructure projects, candidates must have the ability to seek out and resolve issues through close interaction with other project team members. In addition, the candidate shall be able to maintain a positive team attitude and interpersonal effectiveness to maintain an efficient and productive team.

About Garver's Water Design Center:

The Fayetteville Water Design Center is a knowledge-based hub that excels in highly technical, multi-discipline water and wastewater designs for locations all across Garver's footprint. The WDC specializes in large, high-volume, custom treatment plant projects with advanced technologies. Centralizing the location of the WDC means communication, coordination, and participation with team members is constant. This integral working relationship benefits the client through project delivery schedule and design quality, as well as the engineer's opportunity for team collaboration and professional growth.

Requirements:
  • 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 Skills:
  • 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


Grow With Us

Garver offers its employees programs such as company-paid professional memberships, company support for industry licenses and continuing education opportunities that foster a progressive atmosphere. Garver provides the tools, resources, and environment to develop leaders, stimulate ideas, and accomplish projects. By offering highly competitive salary packages, attractive benefits, and a comprehensive wellness program; Garver walks the talk when it comes to work-life balance.

Founded in 1919, Garver is an employee-owned engineering, planning, and environmental services firm focused on aviation, transportation, buildings, federal, water and wastewater services; surveying; advisory services; and construction engineering and inspection. In the top 100 of Engineering News-Record's Top 500 Design Firms list, with more than 1,400 employees, Garver provides an exceptional level of client service that reflects our people-first culture, which has achieved Zweig Group Best Firm to Work For Legacy Status. Learn how Garver invests in people and places they call home at GarverUSA.com.

Garver is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Our employment practices are based upon an individual's capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by law.

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