SCADA Programmer

Badger Meter•Melbourne, FL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Badger Meter is a leading global water technology company with a mission to preserve and protect the world's most precious resource. For over 120 years, their solutions have helped customers optimize water delivery and use, maximize revenue, and reduce waste. They are committed to building a workplace that celebrates differences, empowers voices, and encourages innovation. Employees contribute to purpose-driven work that makes a real difference, with opportunities for career growth and development in a supportive, inclusive culture where collaboration and creativity thrive. Joining Badger Meter means being part of something bigger, with contributions that create lasting change for people and the planet. The SCADA Programmer will play a key role in designing and implementing PLC and SCADA systems for utilities and industrial customers, monitoring, controlling, and optimizing their operations. This role is for someone with hands-on PLC and SCADA experience ready for career advancement, working alongside experienced automation engineers on real-world projects from development through commissioning.

Requirements

3+ years of experience developing PLC logic and configuring SCADA/HMI systems.
Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, control schematics, and P&IDs.
Strong troubleshooting skills across controls, networking, and industrial systems.
Experience with PLC platforms, FactoryTalk Linx, and SCADA software.
Ability to translate technical requirements into reliable, scalable automation solutions.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Nice To Haves

Experience in water/wastewater, utility, or industrial automation environments.
Experience designing operator-friendly HMI and SCADA interfaces.
Knowledge of industrial communication protocols and control system integration.

Responsibilities

Develop and configure PLC programs using ladder logic, structured text, and function block programming.
Design and build SCADA and HMI applications that provide customers with intuitive, user-friendly system visibility and control.
Translate engineering control narratives into functional automation solutions.
Configure communications, RTUs, and industrial networking components.
Test, troubleshoot, and validate PLC and SCADA systems before deployment.
Support startup, commissioning, and integration activities both remotely and onsite.
Partner with automation engineers, project managers, and field teams to deliver successful customer projects.
Document system configurations, programming standards, and project changes.

Benefits

Competitive Pay
Annual Bonus
Eligible for Annual Pay Increases
Comprehensive Health, Vision, and Dental Coverage
15 days Paid Time Off
11 Paid Holidays
Two Ways to Save for Retirement: Company match up to 7% of eligible compensation and an additional 5% annual company contribution to a Defined Contribution account.
Access to a certified financial planner at no cost.
Employer Paid benefits including: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Basic Group Life Insurance, Short Term Disability.
Educational Assistance – Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250
Voluntary benefits including: Additional Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Accident and Critical Illness coverage
Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options