Lead Control Systems Engineer—PLC/HMI & SCADA for Municipal

Selectek

Ames (IA)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 140,000

Full time

38 hours ago

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Job summary

Selectek is seeking a Senior/Lead Control Systems Engineer to design, program, commission, and support municipal water and wastewater SCADA projects. You will lead control system development, startup, and coordination with customers across multiple sites.

The role requires strong PLC/HMI expertise (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, GE), industrial networking, cybersecurity awareness, and a track record of managing large-scale projects. Travel about 30% is expected.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Automation Engineering, or related field preferred.
Equivalent experience and/or an Associate degree in automation-related field may be considered.
10+ years of progressive programming experience in industrial automation and control systems.

Responsibilities

Develop and write PLC and HMI programs for municipal SCADA systems.
Assist with FAT to validate PLC and HMI programs for safety and quality.
Design and perform simulations to verify control logic.
Conduct full project startup and control system commissioning.
Lead projects and guide engineers/technicians/subcontractors.
Commission and troubleshoot communications networks (fiber, radio, broadband).
Work with EtherNet/IP, Modbus TCP/RTU, DNP3, OPC UA, MQTT protocols.
Support industrial cybersecurity practices (segmentation, access control, remote access).
Prepare and manage project documentation per standards.
Communicate with customers through design, construction, startup, and support phases.
Provide advanced troubleshooting during integration and post-installation.
Assist with proposal development and technical reviews.