PLC Programmer

DNOW•Odessa, TX

6d•Onsite

About The Position

At DNOW, we believe our associates are the best in the business. We value and reward hardworking, creative, and dedicated employees that desire to be part of a team committed to outstanding customer service. START YOUR CAREER NOW. The PLC Programmer will design, development, and maintenance of PLC-based control systems for industrial applications. This role involves programming, troubleshooting, testing, and commissioning control systems in field environments.

Requirements

3+ years experience programming PLCs in industrial environments (oil & gas, manufacturing, water/wastewater, or similar).
Proficient in ladder logic, structured text, and function block programming.
Experience with at least one major PLC platform (Rockwell/Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Schneider, Omron, Mitsubishi, etc.).
Familiarity with HMI/SCADA software (Ignition, FactoryTalk, WinCC, Wonderware, etc.).
Strong understanding of control system design and electrical panels.
Ability to travel to project sites as needed.
Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
Experience integrating PLCs with MODBUS, Ethernet/IP, OPC-UA, and industrial networks.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with scripting (Python, VB, etc.) and database integration is a plus.
Knowledge of safety PLCs and SIL-rated systems.

Responsibilities

Design, program, and debug PLC software for industrial automation projects (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Schneider, etc.).
Develop HMI (Human Machine Interface) and SCADA applications.
Read and interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, and system layouts.
Conduct onsite installation, testing, and commissioning of automated equipment.
Troubleshoot existing control systems, diagnose faults, and implement improvements.
Collaborate with team members to meet project requirements.
Maintain project documentation and version control for PLC and HMI code.
Provide technical support and training to field technicians and operations teams.