Senior SCADA Integrator

WGI•Austin, TX

6d•Onsite

About The Position

We are hiring a Senior SCADA Integrator to lead full-lifecycle project delivery across system design, PLC/HMI programming, field commissioning, and ongoing support in Austin TX. WGI is a national engineering and professional services firm with a growing controls and automation practice. Through our acquisition of SKE, LLC, we deliver turnkey SCADA and industrial controls solutions for water, wastewater, oil and gas, and municipal clients. The ideal candidate can operate independently across communications, integration, and electrical domains and is as comfortable in the field as they are in front of a workstation. At WGI, you will find talented, passionate associates providing exceptional service in collaborative, team-driven environments, all while having fun and enjoying the work they do. We work to stay ahead of the curve by investing in the latest tools and technology. As one of the nation’s top consulting firms, we consistently strive to promote efficiency, cultivate a culture our associates can proudly embrace, and empower our associates to advance their career growth at WGI, and beyond. WGI is always looking for remarkable individuals to join our team and help us grow in our vision. If you think you are an innovative, self-motivated team player, and want to shape your community, join our WGI team today!

Requirements

7+ years of hands-on SCADA and industrial controls experience with full-project ownership
Allen-Bradley PLC programming proficiency (Studio 5000 / RSLogix 5000 / RSLogix 500 / CCW)
HMI development experience in VTScada, Wonderware, FactoryTalk, or Ignition
Working knowledge of industrial communications protocols and network configuration
Field troubleshooting skills: point-to-point wiring, electrical diagnostics, PLC logic debugging
Valid driver's license; ability to travel to client sites throughout Texas and regionally
Ability to decipher and redline electrical schematics
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis. We are unable to sponsor or take over the sponsorship of employment visas

Nice To Haves

OSHA 10 or 30 preferred
tower climbing experience a plus (radio towers, elevated and ground storage tanks, standpipes)
Water, wastewater, or oil and gas SCADA experience
Panel shop coordination experience; familiarity with UL508A and NEC
Familiarity with IEC 61131-3 programming standards

Responsibilities

Develop SCADA architecture, control panel designs, I/O lists, and control narratives for water/wastewater, industrial, and municipal systems
Specify hardware, software, and communications infrastructure; produce construction documents for permitting and construction
Program Allen-Bradley PLCs (ControlLogix, CompactLogix, MicroLogix) using Studio 5000, RSLogix 5000/500, and CCW
Develop HMI/SCADA applications in VTScada, Wonderware, FactoryTalk View, or Ignition
Configure ladder logic, function block, and structured text; document all logic for client turnover
Configure Modbus, EtherNet/IP, DNP3, RS-232/485, HART, and OPC-UA protocols
Integrate PLCs, VFDs, soft starters, pump controllers, and field instrumentation into SCADA systems
Commission fiber, cellular, and radio networks for remote site connectivity (GE MDS Orbit, FreeWave ZoomLink, Ubiquiti)
Program VFDs and soft starters; perform termination verification and loop checks from terminal block to device
Lead startup, commissioning, and acceptance testing; perform I/O checkout and systematic PLC logic debugging
Deliver ongoing technical support and maintenance services; serve as senior resource on maintenance contract engagements
Own projects from proposal through closeout; coordinate with WGI engineers, EPC partners, and panel shop resources
Contribute to proposal development, scope definition, and fee estimation for controls work