HMI Application Engineer Remote

Job Description

The HMI Application Engineer develops application software to meet requirements of project contractual documents while adhering to MR's Project Methodology. Application Engineers with HMI expertise set up the Customer computer system hardware and network, configure the SCADA application software, perform startup and testing, and provide training. Application Engineers with PLC expertise develop PLC application monitoring and control software, perform startup and testing, and provide training.

Remote from Southeast of the US; GA, FL, SC, NC

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Receives project requirements and direction through meetings with the Regional or Project Manager and review of the contract documents.

• Keeps PMs informed of the status of tasks and projects milestones. Maintains awareness of project budgets and keeps the PM aware of issues that would adversely affect the budget.

• Produces timely, accurate project documentation such as timesheets, trip reports, etc.

• Follows established Best Practices and Development Standards and Procedures.

• (HMI) Application Engineers set up the project system servers, workstations, operating system, networks, and peripheral equipment at the job site.

• (PLC) Produces the System Control Narrative on projects.

• (HMI) Application Engineers develop Human-Machine Interface (HMI) application software per the contract documents and System Control Narrative using Third-Party software development packages, such as Wonderware's InTouch, Rockwell Software's FactoryTALK, and Intellution's IFIX.

• (PLC) Application Engineers develop Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) application programs based on the contract documents and System Control Narrative using the PLC manufacturer's Programming Software.

• Installs all developed application software and required vendor software and verifies their proper execution.

• Interfaces MR supplied equipment to third-party vendor systems via industrial communication protocols, when applicable.

• Participates in Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), when required.

• Demonstrates overall system functionality to the Owner/Engineer/Contractor including hardware and network operation, SCADA monitoring and control, displaying data, alarming, and historical data collection for report generation.

• (HMI) Application Engineers develop custom Operational and State Reports per the Owners requirements.

• Provides training to operators, supervisors, and administrative personnel.

• Generates and gathers all required final project documentation.

• Provides technical assistance to customers.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 2 years' experience in HMI or PLC programming, preferably in the Water & Wastewater industry.

• HMI Application Engineers must have knowledge and experience with Microsoft operating systems, networks, and HMI configuration software (Wonderware or Intellution).

• PLC Application Engineers must have knowledge and experience with PLC hardware and programming software (Allen-Bradley and Modicon).

• Good communications skills and the ability to work well with other are essential.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Ability to communicate orally with management and other co-workers is crucial. Regular use of the telephone and e-mail for communication is essential. Sitting for extended periods in front of a computer monitor is common. Hearing within normal ranges is necessary for communication with the Project Team and customers. Adequate vision is needed for using a computer monitor. Lifting of computer servers, workstations, and peripherals is expected. Good manual dexterity for setting up computer equipment and attaching associated cables.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The job is performed both indoors at MR's office and at the job-site. Activities include extended periods of sitting and extensive work at a computer monitor. This job includes the potential of working irregular hours with on-call availability to troubleshoot project startup and warranty problems.

TRAVEL

Travel is required on a regular basis to start up, test, and demonstrate MR supplied SCADA monitoring and control systems.

Requirements

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.