Senior Monitoring & Control Engineer

Massachusetts Water Resources Authority•Chelsea, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Participates in the design, development, operation and maintenance of the Authority's Water and Wastewater Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system. This role is crucial for ensuring the delivery of high-quality drinking water and the effective management of public resources. The MWRA offers a mission-driven environment where employees can make a significant impact on public health and the environment.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in electronic engineering or related field.
At least three (3) years of experience in the design, installation, operation and maintenance of process control systems.
A valid Class D Motor Vehicle Operators License.
Ability to pass Confined Space Entry Training within six months.
Working knowledge of ladder logic and HMI programming.
Thorough knowledge of PCs, Windows operating systems, Ethernet, network equipment, spreadsheet, and database software.
Ability to troubleshoot to the component level utilizing a variety of electronic test equipment as well as computer driven diagnostics.
Thorough understanding of control system instrumentation.
Thorough knowledge of electrical/electronic wiring practices.
Demonstrated ability to plan and organize projects and direct and train others.
Demonstrated interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Water or wastewater industry experience preferred.
Any level of a valid Massachusetts Water Distribution License, Water Treatment License, Wastewater Operator's License or Wastewater Collection System Certification or the ability to obtain within six (6) months.
Familiarity with water distribution and treatment systems or wastewater collection and treatment systems preferred.
Familiarity with CAD (computer aid design) program.

Responsibilities

Participates in the design, development, installation and troubleshooting of control logic for programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and control system software.
Participates in the design, development, installation and troubleshooting of Human Machine Interface (HMI) software.
Assists with the installation, maintenance and troubleshooting of the SCADA network and SCADA personal computers.
Ensures in-house and consultant compliance with the SCADA Standards.
Assists with the installation, maintenance and monitoring of SCADA security systems.
Assists in the training of staff on the monitoring and control systems.
Updates records and documentation on SCADA network, PC and PLC installations.
Assists in the management of SCADA databases and coordinates any necessary changes.
Maintains SCADA data backups through local node collection and networked archive collection systems.
Performs related duties as required.
Participates in call rotation assignments if needed.
May be required to be on-call or report to work during off hours in an inverse seniority pool in the absence of volunteers.
May be required to report to work during inclement weather and other emergencies as essential personnel.