Instrumentation Process Control Supervisor - RWRD

Pima County • Tucson, AZ

11h • Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for an Instrumentation Process Control Supervisor to drive innovation, optimize processes, and lead a high-performing team in managing critical control systems that power operational excellence. If you have a proven track record of delivering impactful automation solutions, leading successful teams, and driving continuous improvement, we invite you to apply and shape the future of industrial automation with us!

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in electronics technology, instrumentation, and process control AND three years of experience in the repair, programming, or maintenance of process control systems, programmable logic controllers (PLC), SCADA system displays, or similar instrumentation in an industrial or environmental setting INCLUDING one year of lead or supervisory experience, which may be concurrent with general experience.
• Valid driver license is required at time of application.
• Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment.
• The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine applicant’s suitability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures.
• The County requires pre-employment background checks.
• Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history.
• Some positions may require satisfactory completion of a personal background investigation by the court or law enforcement agencies, due to the need for access to County Attorney and Court facilities, records, and communication systems.
• This position will require a post-job offer physical and/or drug screen.
• Frequently required to lift, push or pull objects weighing up to 75 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum three (3) years experience installing, programming, configuring, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing instrumentation and PLC systems.
• Minimum three (3) years experience programming and commissioning PLCs (Ladder Logic, Structured Text, Function Blocks) and OITs, particularly Rockwell systems.
• Minimum three (3) years experience with SCADA platforms such as AVEVA System Platform, InTouch, Ignition, or VTScada.
• Minimum three (3) years experience reading panel drawings, electrical schematics, and P&IDs.
• Minimum three (3) years experience with RF/telemetry, networked radios, and microwave communication systems.
• Minimum three (3) years experience leading preventative maintenance programs and process control system upgrades.

Responsibilities

• Supervises the maintenance, installation, calibration, and repair of a variety of electronic instrumentation, metering devices, electrical equipment, process control, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system, PLCs, and operator SCADA workstation displays.
• Supervises routine diagnostics and component-level repair and electrical and pneumatic test equipment.
• Assists in the preparation of preliminary and long-range SCADA plans.
• Evaluates automatic process control equipment for its ability to meet the operational needs of the county’s wastewater treatment facility systems.
• Inspects new and existing installations of electronic instrumentation, computers, and metering devices for the wastewater treatment facilities.
• Monitors warranty repair and services contracts for county-owned equipment.
• Troubleshoots problems and takes action to ensure facility integrity.
• Completes the more difficult installation of process control systems, calibration, and repair jobs.
• Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, and streamline work processes.
• Modifies process control systems and prepares schematic diagrams to reflect changes.
• Documents work performed.
• Develops and implements PLC programs and operator SCADA workstation displays.
• Assists in the review of engineering drawings and specifications.
• Utilizes programming languages like Python, C++, Ladder logic, and scripting languages (VBScript, JavaScript) used for automation and customization of SCADA systems.
• Supports maintenance of SCADA platforms such as Wonderware, Ignition, and Rockwell FactoryTalk.
• Maintains and supports the network and device communication protocols like Modbus, OPC, DNP3, Ethernet/IP, BACnet, and Profibus for interfacing SCADA with field devices.
• Maintains and integrates SCADA with PLCs, RTUs, and Distributed Control Systems (DCS) for seamless automation.

Benefits

• competitive salaries
• generous health insurance coverage
• retirement plans
• flexible work schedules
• a generous family leave policy
• wellness programs
• opportunities for professional advancement through training programs, workshops, and educational reimbursement programs.
• County-wide employee recognition program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees