Industrial control systems engineer

The Industrial Control Systems Engineer role requires problem-solving moderately complex issues for which solutions may not be well-defined. The role involves contributing significantly in SCADA/Human machine interface (HMI) design, configuration, and programming projects. This role will develop and implement Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) system design and industrial control system (ICS)/operational technology (OT) design configuration, and programming projects. The role will work independently and exercise sound technical judgement with occasional guidance on strategic or highly complex issues within broad guidelines and policies.

Responsibilities

• Complete industrial control system (ICS)/operational technology (OT) design through representation of the client’s unique needs.
• Work on SCADA/Human machine interface (HMI) design, configuration, and programming.
• Implement Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) system design, configuration, and programming.
• Manage control system commissioning and startup.
• Facilitate design reviews with clients and other BC consultants and contribute to planning evolution.
• Analyze and interpret P&IDs, specifications, control schematics, and control strategies.
• Handle networking in the ICS/OT space.
• Understand and enforce cybersecurity requirements related to ICS/OT systems.
• Flexibility to adapt and execute various additional assignments based on evolving needs.

Mentorship

• May provide mentorship, guidance, support, and knowledge-sharing to help less experienced team members develop their skills and grow within their roles.

Skills and Competencies

• Demonstrable knowledge in Industrial Control System (ICS)/Operational Technology (OT) Design.
• Skill in Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) System design, configuration, and programming.
• Competency in SCADA/Human Machine Interface (HMI) design, configuration, and programming.
• Understanding of networking and cybersecurity requirements in the ICS/OT space.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to effectively convey facts, policies, and practices.
• Proficiency in system trouble-shooting and problem solving.

Experience

• Typically requires a minimum of 5 years’ related work experience in Control System Integration and Design and ICS/OT systems.
• Typically certified in the SMS Framework, and progressing through the SMS competencies.

Education

• A bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field or equivalent experience is required.

Salary Range: The anticipated starting pay range for this position is based on the employee’s primary work location and may be more or less depending upon skills, experience, and education. These ranges may be modified in the future.

Location A: $95,000 - $129,000
Location B: $104,000 - $142,000

Benefits and Other Compensation: We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee health, performance, and success which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off and parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, performance-based bonus eligibility, employee referral bonuses, tuition reimbursement, pet insurance and long-term care insurance.

About Brown and Caldwell: Headquartered in Walnut Creek, California, Brown and Caldwell is a full-service environmental engineering and construction services firm with 50 offices and over 2,100 professionals across North America and the Pacific. For more than 75 years, we have created leading-edge environmental solutions for municipalities, private industry, and government agencies.