SCADA Engineer

We are looking for a motivated person to develop and maintain SCADA/MES systems. Qualified candidates will have the ability to collaborate and understand the needs of the end user and implement SCADA/MES changes to meet those needs. Will provide plant support for SCADA/MES systems and may include PLC Logic. Position will also participate in test and pilot runs of new and improved product and evaluate the results.

Join our dedicated team!  This is an on-site position, located out of our Dakota Dunes, SD Headquarters.  Based on eligibility, relocation assistance may be provided.

Schedule: Standard Monday through Friday work schedule plus an average of 26 Sundays per year.  Sunday work typically averages a 4-hour workday.

• Development and implementation of SCADA & MES programming is this role's primary responsibility while working with a cross-functional team.
• Development of Human Machine Interface (HMI) screens.
• Provide expertise in Data Historian administration, database queries, data historian content, validation, and reports design.
• Design and interface additional data sources with Historian.
• Responsible for the administration and maintenance of the SCADA & MES systems.
• Ensure adherence to company standards on all projects.
• Work with cross-functional teams in the development of new mechanical and electronic systems. Create test environments and provide the necessary research and support required.
• May act as a backup to support and cover various areas of the department as needed.
• Ability to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to develop and support object-oriented programming for SCADA applications.
• Ability to modify and troubleshoot SCADA systems, HMIs, and Data Historians. (iFix and iHistorian preferably)
• Experience in High-Level Programming Languages (C#, Visual Basic, Python, etc.).
• Ability to integrate with PLCs and other Automation systems.
• Understanding of industrial communication protocols such as Modbus and OPC DA/UA.
• General computer knowledge and proficiency.
• Experience with the following Programming Languages: MSSQL, VB, and PLC Logic (EcoStruxure Control expert highly desirable).

Demonstrated Competencies

• Ability to communicate with all levels of employees in written and verbal form.
• Ability to solve and communicate complex problems.
• Strategic planning and organizational ability.
• Provide data driven results to lead and influence decisions.
• Solutions oriented, results driven, and self-starter.
• Must have regular and punctual attendance.

Physical Requirements

• Office and manufacturing setting.

Experience: Minimum of 2 or more years of development and support of SCADA systems and/or industrial controls networks, preferably utilizing iFix. Experience in a manufacturing environment is highly desired.
Education:  Bachelor’s degree in Controls Engineering, Information Technology, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent discipline is preferred. Will consider a 2-year technical degree in an area such as SCADA or Electrical Mechanical.
Department:   Systems Automation