ICS: Field Project Engineer

KBR - North Charleston, SC

Full-time - Mid Level

North Charleston, SC

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The ICS Field Project Engineer at KBR is responsible for overseeing the execution of fueling system maintenance, modifications, and installation projects worldwide. This role is crucial in supporting the Global Readiness & Sustainment of the United States Military and its allies, ensuring that systems meet and exceed all standards. The position requires strong attention to detail and effective communication across diverse environments, contributing to high-quality work and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot server stack hardware errors, including hard drive failures.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues with installed Wonderware InSource applications.
• Develop and deploy graphic changes to existing HMI screens using pre-defined objects.
• Replace and configure new HMI machines.
• Write scripts to automate tasks, perform data analysis and enhance system functionalities.
• Monitor system performance, data integrity and communication health to identify and resolve issues.
• Analyze system logs, alarms and alerts to diagnose faults and anomalies and implement corrective actions.
• Provide phone support to field technicians to resolve issues remotely.
• Update online database worklogs to reflect all efforts.
• Conduct operator training on system usage as needed.
• Conduct backup operations to the extent of being able to fully restore the system on loss of data.
• Travel up to 70% in support of training and troubleshooting efforts, including out of country.
• Report status updates to Operations Managers.
• Attend and contribute to program tier meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship
• Ability to pass a NACLC security background check
• Proficiency in time management, including managing correspondence and priority scheduling
• Working knowledge of industrial control software (specifically Wonderware), server rack with RAID array architecture, SCADA system configuration, database management and HMI setup
• Demonstrated ability to use Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) effectively for daily administrative tasks and project support
• Experience with control system networking technologies and PC networking technologies
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Active or previous security clearance
• Current possession of a government CAC
• BSE or related Software Engineering degree from an accredited university, or commensurate experience
• 5+ years of experience designing and programming control systems with emphasis on PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems
• Modicon PLC programming experience a plus.

Benefits

• 401K plan with company match
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• AD&D insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Flexible work schedule
• Professional training and development opportunities