Automation Engineer: PLC/SCADA, Cross-Functional & Field

ALTEN Technology USA; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

ALTEN Technology USA is seeking an Automation Engineer to design PLC, HMI, and SCADA solutions, interpret complex electrical and process control drawings, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. You will engage with clients, ensure adherence to specifications, and contribute to Veolia WTS-related projects across multiple sites.

The role requires strong troubleshooting skills, familiarity with Rockwell, Schneider, Emerson, and Siemens equipment, and the ability to travel up to 25% for

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Veolia WTS-related equipment and processes.
• Understanding of networking including redundant and distributed networks.
• Understanding of VFDs, instrumentation and related process control equipment.
• Strong focus on customer relationships (external/internal).
• Experience with basic electrical design and control documentation.

Responsibilities

• Read, interpret, and comment on engineering documents including Controls, P&IDs, GA's, electrical schematics, and I/O Lists.
• Collaborate in cross-functional project team discussions and client meetings.
• Understand and follow contractual and customer specifications.
• Design complete detail programming deliverables including PLC, HMI, SCADA and related scope.
• Manage budget, scope, schedule, and report risks and opportunities to project teams.
• Lead maintenance of Veolia process control documents.
• Provide automation support to field and production activities both remotely and on site.
• Develop and follow procedures and standards; extrapolate new concepts from established standards.
• Learn equipment and processes related to Veolia WTS products and systems.
• Work with major brands: Rockwell, Schneider, Emerson, Siemens.

Skills

Automation engineering

PLC

HMI/SCADA design

Network design

Troubleshooting

Cross-functional collaboration

Customer relationships

Electrical design

Tools

Rockwell Automation

Schneider Electric

Emerson

Siemens

Job description

ALTEN Technology USA is seeking an Automation Engineer to design PLC, HMI, and SCADA solutions, interpret complex electrical and process control drawings, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. You will engage with clients, ensure adherence to specifications, and contribute to Veolia WTS-related projects across multiple sites.

The role requires strong troubleshooting skills, familiarity with Rockwell, Schneider, Emerson, and Siemens equipment, and the ability to travel up to 25% for