Automation Specialist

Freese and Nichols • Frisco, TX

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

Freese and Nichols is searching for a skilled Automation Specialist to support our I&C Design team in Raleigh, NC. This role involves developing technical memorandums, P&IDs, IO lists, and requirements for industrial control panels. The specialist will also develop plans and specifications for I&C projects, including testing requirements for hardware and software, and create simulations for PLC testing. A key aspect of the role is the ability to troubleshoot control system hardware and software problems, train clients on the use of hardware and software, and collaborate with vendors, integrators, and the internal I&C team to resolve SCADA system issues.

Requirements

• 5+ years in SCADA and/or I&C Design
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a closely related discipline
• Experience in all phases of SCADA system design, from pre-proposal involvement to the initial report, design, production, and construction.
• Experience managing SCADA implementation projects
• Experience interacting and working with a diverse set of clients and subcontractors
• Excellent technical writing skills

Nice To Haves

• Ability to be licensed as a PE
• Proficiency in VTScada, AVEVA System Platform, Studio 5000, and Concept
• Experience with SCADA Planning and Technology Selection Projects
• OT Networking and Cybersecurity
• Revit or AutoCad
• XLReporter or Dream Reports

Responsibilities

• Develops Technical Memorandums related to I&C projects including, but not limited to: SCADA Master Planning, PLC and HMI Selections, Telemetry Studies, Preliminary Engineering/Design Reports
• Develop P&IDs, IO Lists, and requirements for industrial control panels
• Develops plans and specifications for I&C projects
• Develops testing requirements for hardware and software
• Develop simulations for PLC testing
• Ability to troubleshoot control system hardware and software problems
• Train clients on the use of hardware and software for their application
• Work with vendors, integrators, and internal I&C team to respond to and resolve SCADA system issues

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Paid overtime for salaried employees
• Annual bonus
• Access to company cabins in Red River, New Mexico and Banner Elk, North Carolina
• Hybrid schedule with up to 40% of remote work
• Alternative work schedule program which provides a day off every other Friday

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior