What are the responsibilities and job description for the Automation Specialist/Engineer (Houston, TX) position at Tetra Tech Careers?
Tetra Tech currently has an opening for a Controls Specialist/Automation Engineer to join our Systems Integration team. The position is based in our Houston, TX location supporting Tetra Tech’s municipal and industrial water and wastewater market. The selected candidate will experience a unique opportunity to be involved with SCADA projects located in various areas of the country working with a team of in-house experts in all disciplines. The individual must also provide accurate and high-quality work with minimal supervision.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Lead SCADA system design, write specifications, PLC and HMI programming, simulation and testing, and startup assistance;
- Maintaining and growing solid client relationships (internal and external);
- Assist in development of company programming standards and templates;
- Assist in development of SCADA Masterplans.
Required Skills:
- Experience with Allen-Bradley (RSLogix 5/RSLogix 500/RSLogix/Studio 5000 PLC software) is required;
- Schneider Electric Ecostructure Control Expert is a plus;
- Knowledge of operational technology; cybersecurity; computer networking, virtualization, Server OS is a plus, CISSP or other certifications a plus;
- Aveva System Platform is a plus;
- VTScada is a plus;
- Rockwell FactoryTalk View (SE and ME) is a plus;
- GE iFIX is a plus;
- Ignition by Inductive Automation is a plus;
- Siemens Step 7 (TIA Portal) is a plus;
- Experience with XLReporter, MSSQL Server, SQL Reporting Services is a plus.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree in an engineering discipline or related technical degree is preferred; PE a plus.
- 5-15 years of related automation experience with HMI’s, PLC’s and general SCADA integration.
- Ability and willingness to travel is required. Approximately 25% of overnight travel may be required occasionally supporting startup and troubleshooting activities.
Benefits:
- 401(k) and Roth 401(k)
- Dental Insurance
- Health Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
- Paid time off
- Performance Bonus
- Career Growth Opportunities and Training
WHY TETRA TECH
In addition to rewarding job opportunities and continuous growth, we offer an enjoyable working environment, where teamwork and respectful collaboration is highly valued. We offer the benefits of a midsized local office atmosphere backed by a large network of highly skilled professionals.
Tetra Tech Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, military or veteran status, gender, age, disabilities, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information and any other characteristics protected by the law. We invite resumes from all interested parties.