Classified Ad Title:
Rockwell Industrial Automation Engineer II
Post Date
6/21/2024
Expiration Date
8/20/2024
Details:
THE ORGANIZATION
The Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District protects public health and the environment by leading effective wastewater and stormwater management. As the largest wastewater treatment provider in the State of Ohio, the Sewer District spans 380 square miles, serves 63 communities and one million residents, and treats 90 billion gallons of wastewater a year.
In addition to its award-winning treatment plant and laboratory performance, the Sewer Districts Project Clean Lake construction program will reduce annual Lake Erie pollution by 4 billion gallons by 2036, while its Regional Stormwater Management Program addresses widespread inter-community problems like flooding, pollution, and erosion.
THE POSITION
Provides lead technical support for the programming, configuration and testing of automation-related systems and equipment including process control PLCs, HMI hardware, software, control system equipment, smart instruments and the SCADA network. Develops fully functional and integrated control logic, control loops and operator interfaces using PLCs and HMI programs, databases, displays and communications in compliance with the District's Operation and Maintenance standards. Proactively identifies beneficial process control improvements, tunes control loops to improve equipment operation and assists on process control related projects. Assists contractors with new software and hardware implementation and licensing upgrades. Utilizes continuous improvement activities to improve department efficiency. Ensures the automation systems meet project goals and automation standards. Participates in activities between departments, including the Engineering & Construction Department, Operation and Maintenance Department and the Information Technology Department. Performs other duties of a similar nature as may be required.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Collaborates with other engineers in the programing, configuration, installation, testing, maintenance, troubleshooting and repairing of building automation and process control PLCs and HMI hardware, software and related control system equipment and software. Designs, develops, programs and bench tests new and modified control logic and displays prior to field installation. Programs and configures communication equipment, power monitoring equipment and links to smart instruments and networked field devices.
- Develops fully functional and integrated control logic, control loops and operator interfaces using PLCs and HMI programs, databases, displays and communications in compliance with the District's Operation and Maintenance standards.
- Initiates recommendations for improvements to control logic to address performance issues. Recommends changes to District standards when needed. Proactively identifies beneficial process improvements, tunes control loops to improve equipment operation and implements approved changes and process control related projects.
- Develops, updates and maintains HMI graphics, alarms, events and databases.
- Reports any equipment faults and failures, problematic and unresolved technical issues and unstable or unreliable operation.
- Collaborates with Operation and Maintenance staff, Construction Supervisors and other technicians to mitigate or minimize impact on process operations. Follows policies and procedures for shutdown requests and operation of equipment to test programming changes.
- Documents all completed hardware and software work to keep reference documentation up-to- date and accurate using the District's Operation and Maintenance programming and configuration practices. Coordinates with document support staff for creation and archiving of as-built/as-programmed documentation from field notes and drawing markups. Follows management of change protocols.
- Collaborates in thorough software and hardware testing of all modifications to control system equipment and software. Creates and archives backup copies of control logic and HMI displays in accordance with District established Operation and Maintenance procedures.
- Keeps current on technology trends and new developments for implementing processes, monitoring, controlling, networking, system security, process automation and related topics.
- Performs other duties of a similar nature as may be required.
Pay Range: USD, Commensurate with Experience
$69,239 - $86,548
NEORSD, an Equal Opportunity Employer
The Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce, recognizing the full range of human differences and similarities. Through our unwavering efforts to leverage the potential of our diversity, we continually strive to build and foster an environment that respects each individual. We encourage and promote innovation, and provide opportunities for all employees to interact, communicate, and realize the full potential of their talents.
View Our Accessibility Statement & Education Equivalencies Policy on our Job Board via https://www.workforcleanwater.com/
Our Employee Benefits & Wellness Programs
We offer a comprehensive employee benefits package including Health Insurance Coverage, Various Retirement Planning Options (Ohio Public Employee Retirement System and Deferred Compensation Plans), Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program, Free Parking at our facilities, Corporate Discounts, and more! We also have an active Health & Wellness Program that promotes a life/work balance.
NEORSD supports the use of hybrid work as a way to help attract and retain talented individuals in public service, increase worker productivity and better prepares the agency to operate during emergencies. This position may be authorized for hybrid work. hybrid eligibility will be discussed during the interview process.
DISCLAIMER: The information outlined in this job description indicates the general nature and type of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to provide a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities or competencies required of employees within this classification.
Our Employee Benefits & Wellness Programs
We offer a comprehensive employee benefits package including Health Insurance Coverage, Various Retirement Planning Options (Ohio Public Employee Retirement System and Deferred Compensation Plans), Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program, Free Parking at our facilities, Corporate Discounts, and more! We also have an active Health & Wellness Program that promotes a life/work balance.
NEORSD supports the use of hybrid work as a way to help attract and retain talented individuals in public service, increase worker productivity and better prepares the agency to operate during emergencies. This position may be authorized for hybrid work. hybrid eligibility will be discussed during the interview process.
DISCLAIMER: The information outlined in this job description indicates the general nature and type of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to provide a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities or competencies required of employees within this classification.
Qualifications:
EDUCATION
- Candidate must possess a bachelor's degree, preferably in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Computer Science or a closely related STEM field.
- Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as outlined in the Education Equivalencies Policy.
EXPERIENCE
Candidate must possess three (3) years of experience in automation or related field. Knowledge of the Rockwell Automation control platform and Wonderware is preferred.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
LICENSURE AND CERTIFICATIONS
Candidate must possess a valid driver's license with a driving record in accordance with the District's acceptable guidelines.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Candidate must possess the ability to effectively interface with administrators and other departments within the organization; communicate effectively both in written correspondence and in oral speech to convey the existing problems and appropriate needs for the project; lead and manage others, especially staff with diverse technical skills and backgrounds; and demonstrate initiative, dependability, while maintaining professional working relationships with colleagues.
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
During the course of performing the essential functions of this position the employee must be able to compare, compute, compile, analyze, coordinate, copy and synthesize. Ability to communicate while exhibiting strong interpersonal skills is required. Physical work will need to be performed, such as standing, sitting, walking, feeling, fingering, hearing and talking. Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. on an occasional basis. Position will require visual demands of near acuity, far acuity, depth perception, color vision and accommodation. While working in the field the employee may be exposed to extreme weather, atmospheric conditions, vibrations, extreme cold and heat (non-weather related), hazards and confined/restricted working environments. Position required to sometimes perform confined space entry on the job. Employee must possess the ability to wear required respiratory protection devices, including not having facial hair that interferes with the facepiece-to-face seal.
Employer:
Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District
Contact:
Ryan Hensel
Work Phone:
(216) 390-7118
Email:
henselr@neorsd.org
Website:
https://www.workforcleanwater.com/
