Senior Controls Engineer: PLC, SCADA & Automation

Myticas Consulting; Holcomb (KS); On-site; USD 83,000 - 131,000; Part time

Job summary

Myticas Consulting seeks a Lead Controls Engineer for an onsite, 1-year contract in Holcomb, KS. The role focuses on directing technology-based processes and IT solutions to support mission-critical operations.

Responsibilities include setting IT standards, coordinating with department decision-makers, and ensuring SLAs are met for user communities. Strong PLC, SCADA, and HMI expertise are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or related field or equivalent experience.
• 6+ years of experience in information systems with proven programming experience.
• Strong knowledge of SCADA, 4GL programming, scripting, server-based software, and SQL.
• PLC skills: programming, commissioning, and troubleshooting PLC-based control systems in industrial environments, ladder logic, I/O mapping, HMI integration, and interpreting electrical schematics.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical direction to team members and IS management.
• Ensure compliance with IS standards and methodology.
• Develop and plan systems development, operations, and equipment purchases.
• Negotiate with technical personnel and customers for services and direction.
• Review and advise on selection and maintenance of technology solutions.
• Guide vendors and stay current on technologies to support future IT initiatives.

Skills

SCADA

PLC programming

Ladder logic

HMI integration

I/O mapping

SQL

Scripting

4GL programming

Server-based software

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Systems

Tools

SCADA software

PLC programming tools

Job description

Myticas Consulting seeks a Lead Controls Engineer for an onsite, 1-year contract in Holcomb, KS. The role focuses on directing technology-based processes and IT solutions to support mission-critical operations.

Responsibilities include setting IT standards, coordinating with department decision-makers, and ensuring SLAs are met for user communities. Strong PLC, SCADA, and HMI expertise are required.