SCADA System Developer (Analyst)

Loudoun Water; Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Loudoun Water in Ashburn, Virginia seeks a highly motivated SCADA System Developer (Analyst) to help design data visualization and situational awareness for the water utility.

The role configures and implements industrial control system solutions for PLCs and SCADA, develops graphics, manages alarms, and integrates disparate systems with SCADA software.

Candidates with programming experience, knowledge of networking, and a willingness to work on-call or overtime are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Two years of college-level coursework in computer control systems and networking.
• One year progressive experience in industrial control systems.
• Preferably in water distribution and sewer utility operations.
• Knowledge of networking, SCADA applications, and PLCs.

Responsibilities

• Configure and implement industrial control system solutions for PLCs, SCADA, building automation, and process control.
• Develop graphics, alarm management, and systems integration.
• Familiarity with SCADA software (Wonderware, ICONICS, FactoryTalk Studio) and PLCs.
• Ability to work on-call status and/or overtime as needed.

Skills

Ladder logic

Function block programming

Graphics development

Alarm management

Systems integration

SCADA software familiarity

PLCs

Networking knowledge

Cyber security knowledge

Education

Two years of college coursework in computer control systems and networking

Tools

Wonderware

ICONICS

FactoryTalk Studio

Job description

Loudoun Water, a public utility with a vision for the future is seeking a highly motivated, forward thinking SCADA System Developer (Analyst) with design and problem-solving skills ready to assist in bringing a unique vision of data visualization and situational awareness to the water industry.

Our Developers (Analyst) configure and implement industrial control system solutions for Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), Supervisory, Control, and Data Acquisition (SCADA), building automation, and process control. Successful candidates will possess ladder logic and function block programming, graphics development, alarm management, and systems integration experience. Familiarity with SCADA software (Wonderware, ICONICS, FactoryTalk Studio, etc.) and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs).

Knowledge of network infrastructure management, server/workstation support, and cyber security is a plus. Candidates with strong programming experience may be considered.

We offer highly competitive salaries, a stable work environment and excellent employee benefits.

Requirements: Minimum two years of college-level coursework computer control systems and networking; with one year progressive experience in industrial control systems; preferably in water distribution and sewer utility operations. Individuals with extensive utility experience associated with SCADA systems and process control programming in water distribution and sewer utility operations are highly desired. Must be able to demonstrate knowledge of networking, SCADA applications, and/or PLC's. Ability to work "on-call" status and/or overtime as needed.

Salary Range: $90,000-$130,000 annually, depending on qualifications and experience. Position will remain open until filled. EOE