American Water - Sacramento, CA
posted 4 months ago
American Water is seeking a dedicated professional to join our team in a hybrid role based in Sacramento, CA. This position is responsible for implementing, maintaining, and supporting the automation and process control infrastructure, specifically SCADA systems. The successful candidate will provide expert assistance and collaborate with engineering teams to create plans, designs, and monitor the build and commissioning of automation and process control systems. This role requires a deep understanding of new technological systems and the ability to apply multiple vendor products to develop innovative solutions that meet operational and business requirements. In addition to technical responsibilities, the position involves developing standards, practices, and policies related to the installation, maintenance, and operation of automation and process control systems. The candidate will be tasked with developing, deploying, and maintaining both standard and custom programming and configuration code for these systems. Second-level support for maintaining the automation and process control infrastructure is also a key aspect of this role, which includes being on-call and providing on-site support when necessary. The position may also involve managing automation and process control system projects and performing quality assurance checks as required. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with design engineers, operations personnel, and other internal staff on various projects, ensuring that they are executed from conception to start-up within budget and on schedule. Responsibilities also include troubleshooting and resolving control system issues, investigating new technological developments, and advising operating company personnel on the proper operation and maintenance of process control equipment. The role requires strong project management skills and the ability to enforce compliance with mandatory process control policies and procedures.