PLC Programmer

DistributionNOW; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary + bonus

401(k)/ Retirement savings

Comprehensive benefits

Career growth

Paid vacation/holidays

Job summary

DistributionNOW is seeking a PLC Programmer in Odessa, Texas to design, develop, and maintain PLC-based control systems for industrial applications. You will program, test, commission, and troubleshoot in field environments while developing HMI/SCADA solutions and reading electrical schematics.

You will work with major PLC platforms and collaborate with project teams, providing on-site support and ensuring documentation and version control for code. Travel to project sites may be required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience programming PLCs in industrial environments (oil & gas, manufacturing, water/wastewater, or similar).
• Proficient in ladder logic, structured text, and function block programming.
• Experience with at least one major PLC platform (Rockwell/Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Schneider, Omron, Mitsubishi, etc.).
• Familiarity with HMI/SCADA software (Ignition, FactoryTalk, WinCC, Wonderware, etc.).
• Strong understanding of control system design and electrical panels.
• Ability to travel to project sites as needed.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Experience integrating PLCs with MODBUS, Ethernet/IP, OPC-UA, and industrial networks.
• Familiarity with scripting (Python, VB, etc.) and database integration is a plus.
• Knowledge of safety PLCs and SIL-rated systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, program, and debug PLC software for industrial automation projects (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Schneider, etc.).
• Develop HMI (Human Machine Interface) and SCADA applications.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, and system layouts.
• Conduct onsite installation, testing, and commissioning of automated equipment.
• Troubleshoot existing control systems, diagnose faults, and implement improvements.
• Collaborate with team members to meet project requirements.
• Maintain project documentation and version control for PLC and HMI code.
• Provide technical support and training to field technicians and operations teams.

Skills

Ladder logic

Structured text

Function block programming

HMI/SCADA

MODBUS/Ethernet/IP

SIL-rated systems

Problem solving

Communication

Travel to sites

Tools

Rockwell/Allen-Bradley

Siemens

Schneider

Omron

Mitsubishi

Job description

At DNOW, we believe our associates are the best in the business. We value and reward hardworking, creative, and dedicated employees that desire to be part of a team committed to outstanding customer service.

The PLC Programmer will design, development, and maintenance of PLC-based control systems for industrial applications. This role involves programming, troubleshooting, testing, and commissioning control systems in field environments.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design, program, and debug PLC software for industrial automation projects (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Schneider, etc.).
• Develop HMI (Human Machine Interface) and SCADA applications.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, and system layouts.
• Conduct onsite installation, testing, and commissioning of automated equipment.
• Troubleshoot existing control systems, diagnose faults, and implement improvements.
• Collaborate with team members to meet project requirements.
• Maintain project documentation and version control for PLC and HMI code.
• Provide technical support and training to field technicians and operations teams.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• 3+ years experience programming PLCs in industrial environments (oil & gas, manufacturing, water/wastewater, or similar).
• Proficient in ladder logic, structured text, and function block programming.
• Experience with at least one major PLC platform (Rockwell/Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Schneider, Omron, Mitsubishi, etc.).
• Familiarity with HMI/SCADA software (Ignition, FactoryTalk, WinCC, Wonderware, etc.).
• Strong understanding of control system design and electrical panels.
• Ability to travel to project sites as needed.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Experience integrating PLCs with MODBUS, Ethernet/IP, OPC-UA, and industrial networks.
• Familiarity with scripting (Python, VB, etc.) and database integration is a plus.
• Knowledge of safety PLCs and SIL-rated systems.

BENEFITS

• Competitive Salary + bonus 401(k)/ Retirement savings
• Comprehensive Benefits (medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverage)
• Career growth
• Paid vacation/holidays

At DNOW we know that our greatest asset is our employees. With approximately 200 locations worldwide, DNOW is growing and so are the employment opportunities. We offer a multitude of disciplines and professions within the company and we invite you to view these opportunities.

DNOW is an industry leading provider of pipe, valves and valve automation, fittings, instrumentation, mill and industrial supplies, tools, safety supplies, electrical products, drilling and production equipment, artificial lift, pumps, fabricated equipment, and industrial paints and coatings to the upstream, midstream, and downstream and industrial markets. We also offer supply chain solutions such as procurement, inventory, warehouse management logistics, safety and turnaround support services, project management, and business process and performance metrics reporting.