Instrument & Controls Engineer - Water/Wastewater SCADA Systems

Whitman, Requardt And Associates, LLP • York, PA

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About The Position

At Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP, we are "People Focused and Project Driven". We have been in business for 110 years and we are known for our quality work and quality employees. This is your chance to join our team - help us to design the infrastructure and buildings that improve the world! Whitman, Requardt, & Associates (WRA) is currently seeking an experienced Instrumentation and Control (I&C) Engineer in our York, PA office. As an I&C Engineer, you will support the design, programming, and modernization of Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems that monitor and control critical water and wastewater infrastructure. You'll work closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams to plan and design process control systems, develop PLC and HMI programs, support network and cybersecurity initiatives, and perform field testing and commissioning.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Computer, or related Engineering degree from an ABET accredited program.
• 5-10 years of relevant experience.
• EIT certification preferred; willingness to pursue PE licensure encouraged.
• Hands-on experience working with SCADA, PLC, HMI systems in industrial settings.
• Proficient using SCADA software such as VTSCADA, Rockwell FactoryTalk, or comparable platforms.
• Proficient using PLC programming applications such as Allen Bradley, Modicon, or comparable platforms.
• Knowledge of industrial communication protocols like MODBUS, DNP3, EtherNet IP, OPC, etc.
• Understanding of cybersecurity principles as they relate to SCADA systems.
• Strong verbal and written communications skills.
• Ability to work in a collaborative multidisciplinary team environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, Word, Excel, and Teams.
• Experience with CAD software such as AutoCAD and Revit.
• U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and civil engineers to design, specify, and document process control and SCADA systems.
• Create design drawings such as process & instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), electrical diagrams, schematic diagrams, loop diagrams and network architecture diagrams.
• Select appropriate hardware and software components, Input/Output points lists, and process control narratives.
• Utilize expertise in programming of industrial controls for the water and wastewater industry.
• Configure and program HMIs, OITs, PLCs, RTUs, and other similar devices for integration and operational functionality.
• Witness and/or conduct testing and validation of SCADA systems and their components.
• Perform field inspections, develop testing procedures, and witness commissioning of control systems.
• Support the implementation of cybersecurity best practices, including asset inventory, network segmentation, and access control aligned with NIST CSF and AWWA guidance.
• Travel around the mid-Atlantic region for construction sites, factories/shops, and client meetings.

Benefits

• Flexible work schedule options
• Competitive salary
• Leave accrual and paid holidays
• Healthcare benefits
• Group Life Insurance, as well as additional optional life Insurance, short and long term disability insurance
• Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care reimbursement
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Parental and maternity leave benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees