Lead PLC/SCADA Engineer & Programmer – Field Automation

Keystone Clearwater Solutions; Canonsburg (Washington County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Holidays

Medical / Dental / Vision coverage

HSA

Life Insurance & AD&D

401k with company match

Paid Time Off

Professional Development Programs

Employee Referral Programs

Voluntary Benefits Offered

Job summary

Keystone Clearwater Solutions in Canonsburg, PA seeks a PLC & SCADA Engineer/Programmer to maintain and upgrade automated assets, web dashboards, and control systems. You will travel to field sites to troubleshoot, upgrade, and document system functions, reporting to the Manager of Automation.

The role requires hands-on PLC programming (Studio 5000, Siemens Step 7), SCADA work (Ignition, GE iFix), and strong networking, OS knowledge, and IoT concepts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Technology, or related field), or equivalent experience
• Proficient in programming languages: Python, HTML, VB.NET, C#, and JavaScript
• Advanced networking skills including architecture, design, security, and troubleshooting
• Strong understanding of Microsoft Windows and Linux operating systems
• Skilled in automation and device communication protocols: S7, TCP/IP, Modbus, HART, MQTT
• Minimum five (5) years of experience with instrumentation and automated control systems
• Experience with 24V and 120V electrical systems
• Proficient in PLC ladder logic programming and troubleshooting using RSLogix 5000 and Siemens Step 7
• Ability to interpret P&ID drawings accurately
• Strong working knowledge of modern instrumentation and control systems, including IoT and edge computing
• Mechanical understanding of electrical and mechanical systems
• Excellent oral and written communication and strong analytical skills
• Willingness to travel, work outdoors, and stay overnight at remote job sites
• Experience in Automation, Systems, Software, or Process Engineering
• Familiarity with data analytics, SQL, and database architecture
• Knowledge of IoT principles and technologies
• Experience with Amazon AWS and Microsoft Azure cloud platforms
• Understanding of electromagnetic and RF communication, including radio transceiver configuration
• Knowledge of cellular communication systems
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and Microsoft/Google productivity tools
• Experience in unconventional oil and gas engineering design projects

Responsibilities

• Oversee control systems for Keystone’s automated assets
• Set up, troubleshoot, and modify PLCs and HMI applications in the field
• Develop and maintain HTML-based customer dashboard applications
• Program SCADA pages and controls using Ignition SCADA and GE iFix
• Develop PLC ladder logic using Studio 5000, Siemens TIA Portal, and Node-RED
• Monitor network health and performance
• Serve as Technical Lead on WaterForce projects and perform field commissioning
• Train Field Automation Supervisors and maintain records and documentation
• Support engineering, procurement, and operations teams as needed

Skills

Python

HTML

VB.NET

C#

JavaScript

Networking

IoT

Edge computing

SQL

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

RSLogix 5000

Siemens Step 7

Studio 5000

Ignition SCADA

GE iFix

Node-RED

AWS

Azure

AutoCAD

Job description

Keystone Clearwater Solutions in Canonsburg, PA seeks a PLC & SCADA Engineer/Programmer to maintain and upgrade automated assets, web dashboards, and control systems. You will travel to field sites to troubleshoot, upgrade, and document system functions, reporting to the Manager of Automation.

The role requires hands-on PLC programming (Studio 5000, Siemens Step 7), SCADA work (Ignition, GE iFix), and strong networking, OS knowledge, and IoT concepts.