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Salary $74,328 - $128,364 a year
Full job description
This position may be eligible for varying levels of teleworkAmount of telework, if any, will be determined by job scope, candidate location, and other factors related to the position.
Srns is seeking experienced process engineersThese engineers will report to the process controls & automation engineering (pc&ae) organization and work in the process control manufacturing support & engineering automation group working with the data management systems and automation engineering teams to develope and configure manufacturing automation software and hardwareThis group works with design authorities, quality, and operations to identify requirements and write and configure software for operationsThis is a greenfield project that allows the team to experience the full project life cycle from developing requirements, design/build, installation, startup/test, and maintenance.
These engineers will design, program, and install the industrial internet of things (iiot) automation systems, also called manufacturing 4.0., and will be responsible for the planning, design, procurement, installation, startup and testing, and maintenance of the iiot automation for various chemical and nuclear processes.
Duties will include developing software through coding, modifying software for error correction, testing and/or integrating new hardware, improving system performance, and upgrading interfaces to existing programmable logic controllers (plc) or distributed control systems (dcs)Also, engineers will interface with facility process equipment to provide machining programming and tool paths for various equipment.
The types of work/skills needed may include:
Develop, test and implement new automation systems to maintain and support facility operations.
Provide creative solutions to upgrade existing systems.
Experience with c# or java programming.
Experience working with a manufacturing execution system.
Experience working in a structured environment with standardized coding.
Experience troubleshooting plc hardware and software issues on production systems.
Working knowledge of ieee/isa standards.
Team player.
Analyze technical tasks and develop creative solutions to solve assigned problemsOperate in a highly regulated environment to meet technical requirements for special materials and processesMentor and provide guidance for junior personnelCollaborate with other engineering and construction disciplinesCreate optimal solutions for existing applicationsCollaborate with operations to develop functional requirements for the automation solutionPrepare documentation to support the automation applications
Scope technical tasks and develop creative solutions to assigned problemsBegin using srns systems and meeting srns requirements with minimal supervisory guidanceAccepts complex tasks and receives minimal guidance from senior professionalsIncorporate conventional engineering or scientific practices and a variety of complex features such as complicated technical requirements, application of new or special materials or processes and difficult coordination or oversight requirements into problem solving and program planningProvide limited guidance and direction to less senior engineering professionalsCarry out development and qualification programs on tasks concurrent with other phases such as design and fabrication to better evaluate and minimize future problemsDevelop alternate solutions to existing problemsPerform all detail work necessary to determine best solutionsEvaluate proposals and make recommendations based on proposed projects/tasks in area of assignmentMay delegate portions of the detail work to less senior personnelPrepare costs and schedule estimates on proposed projects/tasks in assigned areaDemonstrate cost and schedule consciousness through timely completion of assigned tasks and projectsPrepare manuals and other documents supporting or publicizing the technical effortDemonstrate creative ability through medium of patent disclosures, problem solving, engineering reports, technical papers and articles.
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Salary range (annual)
$74,328 - $128,364
Note:
Salary offers are commensurate with candidate`s experience and applicable education in comparison to incumbents.
Basic education qualifications
Bachelor degree in applicable science or engineering discipline
Other required qualifications
Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, if required.
Preferred qualifications
Master or phd degree in applicable science or engineering discipline
Preferred degrees/disciplines: instrumentation and controls engineering, electrical engineering, chemical engineering, chemistry, industrial process engineering, mechanical engineering with an interest in electrical, nuclear engineering.
Experience with industrial internet of things (iiot), also called manufacturing 4.0.
Experience with automation systems.
Experience with manufacturing execution system such as syncade, traksys, or solumina is a plus.
Emerson deltav, deltav sis, deltav virtualization experience is a plus.
Advanced knowledge of process instrumentation and network architecture.
Familiarity with petrochemical, pharmaceutical, or nuclear facility design operation, small project design, and ability to lead upgrade projects.
Understands and applies advanced knowledge of discipline`s standard theories, concepts, principles and techniques
Working knowledge of standard engineering/scientific practices and applications
Competency #1
Deliver results
Competency description #1
Understand job responsibilities and be accountable for results.
Meet goals and strive for customer satisfaction and corporate success.
Make sound workplace and business decisions.
Keep commitments and promises.
Plan work in a responsible manner, balancing company goals vsSchedule, budget, safety and resources.
Elevate issues early to avoid surprises.
Competency #2
Build relationships
Competency description #2
Build and maintain good working relationships with everyone.
Maintain a customer-focused attitude and strive to satisfy the customer.
Communicate in a clear, respectful manner with everyonePublicly recognize others for a job well done.
Provide open and timely feedback regarding meeting and delivering commitments.
Competency #3
Model excellence
Competency description #3
Behave in a professional manner demonstrating integrity, ethics, and a high standard of values.
Deliver your work with pride and ownership.
Respect others’ knowledge, skills, and experiences.
Seek to appropriately identify and resolve challenges.
Work to make the organization, company, and mission more successful.
Apply continuous improvement processes to work scopes to improve efficiency and reduce unnecessary costs.
Strive to exceed expectations in task completion.
Embrace the company’s culture of service, excellence, and stewardship.
Take personal responsibility to care for equipment and resources.
Adhere to conduct of operations principles.
Competency #4
Energize & recognize team
Competency description #4
Work with team members to ensure team, department, and divisional goals are met.
Communicate in a clear, respectful manner with team and management.
Collaborate and share with other team members to promote knowledge transfer.
Mentor, guide, and provide assistance to newer employees.
Promote teamwork and support other members of the organization.
Ask for help and support when needed.
Recognize colleagues for their achievements.
Competency #5
Shape the future
Competency description #5
Adapt and perform consistently under changing requirements and dynamic work situations.take initiative to offer or try a new approach to make the team and the company more successful.foster business success by offering and supporting different perspectives.continuously improve in job performance.take on stretch or rotational assignments to support company initiatives and achieve self development.
Note:
Srns is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employerAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran statusSrns is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring processTo request such an accommodation, you may contact us by phone at 803-952-8207, or by e-mail at hrrecruiting@srs.gov.
Job expires
24-may-2022
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