PLC & SCADA Engineer/Programmer

Keystone Clearwater Solutions; Oakdale (PA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Holidays

Medical / Dental / Vision coverage

Health savings account (HSA)

Company Paid Life Insurance and Accid.

Voluntary Life Insurance

401k with a company match

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Professional Development Programs

Employee Referral Programs

Voluntary Benefits Offered

Job summary

Keystone Clearwater Solutions in Oakdale, PA seeks a PLC & SCADA Engineer/Programmer to maintain and enhance automated assets, SCADA systems, and web-based dashboards.

You will travel to field sites, develop version-tracking, program PLCs and HMI, and lead WaterForce projects, collaborating with automation and operations teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Technology, or related field), or equivalent experience.
• Proficient in Python, HTML, VB.NET, C#, and JavaScript.
• Advanced networking: architecture, design, security, troubleshooting.
• Strong Windows and Linux operating systems knowledge.
• Automation and device communication protocols: S7, TCP/IP, Modbus, HART, MQTT.
• 5+ years in instrumentation and automated control systems.
• Experience with 24V and 120V electrical systems.
• PLC ladder logic programming and troubleshooting (RSLogix 5000, Siemens Step 7).
• Interpreting P&ID drawings accurately.
• IoT, edge computing, modern instrumentation knowledge.
• Mechanical understanding of electrical and mechanical systems.
• Excellent communication and analytical skills.
• Willing to travel and stay overnight at remote sites.
• Experience in Automation, Systems, Software, or Process Engineering.
• Familiarity with data analytics, SQL, and database architecture.
• IoT principles and technologies.
• Experience with AWS and Azure.
• RF, electromagnetic communication knowledge.
• Cellular communication knowledge.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and 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

VB.NET

C#

JavaScript

IoT concepts

SQL

Analytical skills

Communication

Travel willingness

Automation knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

RSLogix 5000

Siemens Step 7

Studio 5000

Siemens TIA Portal

Node-RED

Ignition SCADA

GE iFix

AutoCAD

AWS

Azure

Job description

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

Oakdale, 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

Benefits

• Paid Holidays
• Medical / Dental / Vision coverage
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Company Paid Life Insurance and Accidental & Dismemberment Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• 401k with a company match
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Professional Development Programs
• Employee Referral Programs
• Voluntary Benefits Offered