PLC & SCADA Engineer/Programmer

Keystone Clearwater Solutions

Canonsburg (Washington County)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 140,000

Full time

14 days+

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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

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

The PLC & SCADA Engineer/Programmer is responsible for maintaining and updating Keystone Clearwater Solutions’ automated assets, web-based programs, network infrastructure, SCADA, and PLC systems. This role will develop and manage a system to track software versions and system functions. The position requires travel to field operations to troubleshoot, upgrade, and maintain automation assets and reports directly to the Manager of Automation.

Department: Automation

Location: Canonsburg, PA

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

Requirements

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