Controls Systems Engineer

Position Overview
This position requires technical expertise with regards to SCADA development, PLC programming, and/or system acceptance testing. As part of this role, the employee will split time between the client site and Headquarters office. The clients we serve are in the Mission Critical Facilities space, where safety and reliability are paramount. While serving our clients, individuals fulfilling this position must design/build systems as well as effectively communicate and troubleshoot issues with client operators and stakeholders. The ideal candidate has experience with SCADA programming, onsite acceptance testing, and PLC programming.
Key Responsibilities
SCADA programming development
Field Device configuration and communications setup
PLC programming - function block diagram and structured text
Digest technical drawing sets to extract relevant programming information
Conduct system acceptance testing and troubleshooting to ensure reliability and efficiency
Provide project updates in client meetings and directly to client operators/engineers
Positively represent Axiom at professional events
Thoroughly document lessons learned and opportunities for development improvements
Stay up to date on industry developments
Ability to commute daily within the DMV to client site(s) or Axiom DC office
Additional duties as required

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Qualifications
Proven ability to collaborate effectively with a cross-functional team
Prior real-world experience in the Mission Critical Construction Experience
Certification or credential in SCADA or software control platform
Certification or credential in PLC/ other relevant controller programming
Experience with System Integration, Factory or Site Acceptance Testing, or PLC Programming
2+ years of experience, or a degree related to, the Mission Critical Industry
Desired Attributes
Familiarity with Mission Critical facility functionality
Knowledge of electric power system terms, power flows, system and equipment functions
Proficiency with GEs Proficy and Catapult, HMI/SCADA, known as iFIX and iPower or other SCADA applications
Strong written communication skills
Great attention to detail
Strong ability to document step by step testing plans
Desires to perform acceptance testing on client site on a regular basis
Ability to capture design intent via drawing set and innovate to meet client designs
Implement programming changes based on multiple parties or specialists' inputs
Interested in forming lasting client relationships and building trust
Able to speak with experts outside of their own knowledgebase
Ability to efficiently switch between working on multiple projects or systems
Strong analytical and strategic thinking abilities
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to balance working as a team with self-direction
A person who fits into the small business company culture and ethos

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.