We are seeking a Senior Instrument and Controls Technician for assignment in Santa Clara, California. The selected candidate will be designing, developing and leading the implementation of complex industrial automation systems; To include: advanced PLC programming, HMI/SCADA system design, system architecture and full project lifecycle ownership from concept through commissioning.
Hours are Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm
Responsibilities
- Design and develop advanced PLC programs using structured, modular and scalable architectures
- Lead development of HI/SCADA systems with focus on usability, performance and reliability
- Architect full automation solutions including PLC, HMI, SCADA, networks and field devices
- Oversee system integration with databases, historians and enterprise systems
- Lead troubleshooting and root cause analysis for complex system failures and production issues
- Manage system testing, validation and onsite commissioning activities
- Establish and enforce PLC/HMI programming standards and best practices
- Review and approve electrical designs, control strategies and system documentation
- Collaborate with project managers, clients, vendors and cross-functional engineering teams
- Mentor and guide junior and intermediate engineers
- Ensure compliance with safety standards, industry regulations and cybersecurity practices
Qualifications
- Associates Degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Automation, Mechatronics or a related field
- 8+ years of experience in PLC/HMI programming or industrial automation
- Expert-level PLC programming skills across one or more platforms
- Proven experience leading automation projects and system commissioning
- Strong knowledge of control system design, electrical systems and industrial processes
- Experience with Allen-Bradley (Studio 5000, ControlLogix), Siemens (TIA Portal, S7) or Emerson (Machine Edition) is highly preferred
- Experience with SCADA platforms (Ignition, FactoryTalk, WinCC, Cimplicity) is highly preferred
- Experience with communication protocols such as, EtherNet/IP, Modbus, Profinet or OPC UA is highly preferred
