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Flex SCADA Controls Engineer United States, Illinois 835838581
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Scada Engineer Duties and Responsibilities
- SCADA System Design:
- Collaborate with Cross Functional Teams (CFTs) or project teams to establish requirements, design and develop SCADA systems tailored to the specific factory/production lines to effectively present information needed by the CFTs to optimize OEE and yield.
- Collaborates with IT in the designing of database schemas to integrate SCADA systems with other system's database structures.
- System Implementation:
- Configure, program, and deploy SCADA hardware and software components, including Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), and communication protocols.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including automation engineers, process engineers, and IT professionals, to ensure seamless integration of SCADA systems with other infrastructure components.
- Develops and modifies HMI/SCADA Systems, including 2D and 3D graphics creation, Tag Database generation, dashboards/reports, computer setup/configuration, startup services including field setup and checkout, troubleshooting and operator training.
- Troubleshooting and Maintenance:
- Diagnose and resolve SCADA system malfunctions and software bugs. Perform routine maintenance, software updates, and system backups.
- Works with controls technicians, IT network technician and other staff in troubleshootingcommunication/integrationissues between Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC's) and SCADA.
- Cybersecurity:
- Work with IT to Implement and maintain cybersecurity measures to protect SCADA systems from unauthorized access, cyber threats, and vulnerabilities.
- Ensures SCADA data security and integrity by working with IT to establish operational guidelines and controls including privacy, security, editing, validating and restart/recovery controls.
- Data Analysis:
- Analyze real-time and historical data to identify trends, anomalies, and potential issues. Develop strategies for process optimization based on data insights
- Documentation:
- Maintain comprehensive documentation of SCADA system configurations, network diagrams, and operational procedures.
- Training:
- Provide training and support to operators and maintenance teams to enhance their understanding of SCADA systems and troubleshooting capabilities.
- Assists and advises users on major aspects of SCADA systems design, operating mode, system software and/or equipment.
Scada Engineer Requirements and Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering or a related field.
- Minimum of 8 years of experience as a SCADA Engineer, Control Engineer, Automation Engineer or similar job function, with a minimum of 5 years in design, implementation and optimization of SCADA systems.
- Proficiency in SCADA software platforms, preferably Ignition.
- Must have extensive PC hardware knowledge, with general computer maintenance capabilities.
- Understanding of network design and cybersecurity principles for SCADA systems.
- Must be proficient with Microsoft Excel and Windows Server.
- Experience installing, programming, and troubleshooting Allen/Bradley Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC).
- Experience in Visual Basic/VBA, Python and/or scripting languages.
- Strong knowledge of industrial automation protocols (e.g., OPC, Ethernet/IP, Ethercat, Modbus).
- Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
- Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
- Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining system reliability.
- Certification in SCADA or industrial automation is advantageous.
- Experience in medical device industry (or other regulated industry) is preferrable.
What you'll receive for the great work you provide:
- Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans
- Life Insurance
- Short-term and Long-term Disability
- Matching 401(k) Contributions
- Vacation and Paid Sick Time
- Tuition Reimbursement
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