Automation Specialist (PLC/HMI)

Brunel; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent building controls provider is seeking a Systems Integrator to execute controls projects focused on PLC and HMI/SCADA products. The role involves designing electrical control circuits and performing system integrations for mission-critical environments. Candidates should have a solid foundation in PLC programming and HMI/SCADA design. This position offers an opportunity to work with a collaborative engineering team dedicated to optimizing building automation and energy management systems.

Qualifications

• Foundations in PLC programming essential.
• Experience in HMI/SCADA design required.
• Electrical schematic design proficiency needed.

Responsibilities

• Execute controls projects focused on PLC and HMI/SCADA products.
• Design and review electrical control circuits.
• Perform system integrations and Factory Acceptance Testing.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI/SCADA design

Electrical schematic design

System integration

Job description

We are a hiring for a leading independent building controls provider serving the Data Center industry who partner with global and regional customers to design, implement, and optimize building automation, energy management, and critical-power systems. The field teams deliver hands-on engineering, commissioning, and service excellence for mission-critical environments.

Role Overview

The Systems Integrator executes controls projects with an emphasis on delivering PLC and HMI/SCADA products utilizing industry standard platforms while collaborating with the Central Engineering team to design robust industrial systems.

• PLC logic design and programming; HMI design and programming.
• Electrical control circuit design/review; field installation, commissioning, site investigations.
• System integrations using serial and ethernet protocols; Factory Acceptance Testing as required.
• Proposals, plan/spec reviews, customer/internal presentations.
• Time management, task progression, and ongoing professional growth; safety and performance culture.

Required: Foundations in PLC programming, HMI/SCADA design, and electrical schematic design.