Local to KS - Lead Controls Engineer (JP 5987)

Myticas Consulting; Holcomb (KS); On-site; USD 83,000 - 131,000; Part time

Job summary

Myticas Consulting seeks a Lead Controls Engineer for an onsite, 1-year contract in Holcomb, KS. The role focuses on directing technology-based processes and IT solutions to support mission-critical operations.

Responsibilities include setting IT standards, coordinating with department decision-makers, and ensuring SLAs are met for user communities. Strong PLC, SCADA, and HMI expertise are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or related field or equivalent experience.
• 6+ years of experience in information systems with proven programming experience.
• Strong knowledge of SCADA, 4GL programming, scripting, server-based software, and SQL.
• PLC skills: programming, commissioning, and troubleshooting PLC-based control systems in industrial environments, ladder logic, I/O mapping, HMI integration, and interpreting electrical schematics.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical direction to team members and IS management.
• Ensure compliance with IS standards and methodology.
• Develop and plan systems development, operations, and equipment purchases.
• Negotiate with technical personnel and customers for services and direction.
• Review and advise on selection and maintenance of technology solutions.
• Guide vendors and stay current on technologies to support future IT initiatives.

Skills

SCADA

PLC programming

Ladder logic

HMI integration

I/O mapping

SQL

Scripting

4GL programming

Server-based software

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Systems

Tools

SCADA software

PLC programming tools

Job description

Lead Controls Engineer

Onsite atHolcomb, KS

1 year contract

1st shift: 6am-4pm,

SUMMARY:

• This position's primary responsibility is to oversee and provide expert technical direction for technology-based processes.
• This individual's principal goals are to develop and manage specific technical environments for each department and to attain all IT service level agreements for the user community within the organization.
• The lead will plan and provide direction and support for IT solutions that enhance mission-critical business operations.
• This position will work closely with decision makers in other departments to identify, recommend, develop, implement, and support cost-effective solutions for all aspects of the organization.
• This person will also help to define and implement IT policies, standards, procedures, and best practices.

Responsibilities and duties include but are not limited to the following:

• Provide technical direction and recommendations to team members and IS management.
• Understand and ensure compliance to IS standards and methodology.
• Recommend and develop plans for systems development and operations, hardware, software, and equipment purchases.
• Negotiate with technical personnel and customers for services, products,and direction.
• Review and advise groups in the selection, usage, and maintenance of technology solutions.
• Provide direction to the vendors and stay current on the latest technologies of the systems supported by the organization to assist in the future planning of necessary IT initiatives.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems, or other technical area. Equivalent work experience may be acceptable.
• Experience: 6+ years of experience in Information Systems or related area with proven programming experience.
• Computer Skills: Strong knowledge of multiple technologies including but not limited toSCADA, 4GL programming, scripting, server based, and SQL.
• PLC Skills:Knowledge in programming, commissioning, and troubleshooting PLC-based control systems in industrial environments. Experienced with ladder logic and structured programming, I/O mapping, HMI integration, and interpreting electrical schematics to diagnose faults and restore uptime.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Experience communicating technical information to non-technical team members