SCADA Commissioning Tech | Water/Wastewater I&C Specialist

ADVANCED TELEMETRY SYSTEMS INT

Temecula (CA)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 95,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

ADVANCED TELEMETRY SYSTEMS INT is seeking an Instrumentation & Controls Technician (ICT) Level I–II to lead on-site commissioning and startup of SCADA control systems at water and wastewater facilities. You will coordinate with engineers, electrical contractors, and client operators to bring new systems online, perform loop checks, calibrations, and functional testing, and document results.

The role requires hands-on experience with PLCs, HMI platforms, and field instrumentation, with travel to

Qualifications

5–10 years hands-on experience in instrumentation and controls within water/wastewater or related municipal utilities.
Experience commissioning PLC-based control systems and SCADA platforms in industrial/utility environments.
Proficiency with at least one major PLC platform (Allen-Bradley, Siemens S7, or equivalent).
Familiarity with SCADA software platforms (Ignition, Wonderware, FactoryTalk, or similar).
Knowledge of industrial communication protocols: Modbus TCP/RTU, DNP3, Ethernet/IP, Profibus.
Ability to read P&IDs, one-line diagrams, instrument loop drawings, and control panel schematics.
Valid driver's license and ability to travel regionally.
Ability to work in field environments including outdoor, confined spaces, and treatment facilities.

Responsibilities

Lead on-site commissioning of SCADA and control system installations at water and wastewater facilities, pump stations, and lift stations.
Perform loop checks, I/O verification, signal calibration, and functional acceptance testing prior to client handoff.
Configure and test field instrumentation including flow meters, pressure transmitters, level sensors, analyzers, VFDs, and relay systems.
Coordinate startup activities with engineers, electrical contractors, client staff, and project management to meet milestones.
Document commissioning results, mark-up P&IDs and schematics, and support closeout package preparation.
Diagnose and resolve control system faults, communication failures, and instrumentation anomalies.
Respond to field service calls to assess and correct operational issues affecting SCADA visibility.
Troubleshoot PLCs (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Modicon, SCADApack or equivalent), HMI platforms, RTUs, and wiring.
Identify root causes of recurring failures and recommend corrective actions to engineering staff.
Available for 24/7 emergency response rotations with additional compensation.