Industrial Control Systems (ICS) Engineer

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DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. 
 
The ICS Engineer will possess strong working knowledge of Electrical, Instrumentation and Control Systems - specializing in design, programming, troubleshooting, commissioning, and start-up. Successful candidate will:

* Perform design and development of the SCADA system. 
* Develop human-machine interface (HMI) screens, graphics, and dashboards for operators to visualize and interact with the system. 
* Create control logic, data acquisition strategies, and communication protocols to ensure efficient data exchange between field devices and the SCADA system.
* Install, configure and deploy SCADA software and hardware components, including PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers), RTUs (Remote Terminal Units), sensors, actuators, and communication networks.
* Integrate SCADA systems with other industrial automation systems, databases, and enterprise IT systems to enable seamless data sharing and reporting.
* Develop PLC and SCADA application code using programming languages such as ladder logic, structured text, or function block diagrams.
* 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.
* Create comprehensive documentation, including system architecture diagrams, user manuals, configuration documents and standard operating procedures.
* Develop and execute control system validation/testing protocols.
* Troubleshoot, test, and start-up control systems onsite.
* QA/QC Testing of control panels at panel shops.
* Participate in the proposal process by providing technical information and estimations.
* Verifies policies, procedures and quality standards are audited and being performed.
* Performs other related duties as assigned.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:

* BSEE, BSME, or related 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 is required
* Experience with start-up and commissioning of automated equipment
* Experience with various sensors, transmitters, actuators and flow meters
* Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook is required
* Experience with control system networking technologies and PC networking technologies
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Valid driver’s license is required
* U.S. Citizen
* Must have the ability to obtain a Government Common Access Card (CAC)
* Ability to travel up to 50%

ATTRIBUTES:
* Safety-conscious
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Ability to partner with clients, vendors, and other team members to deliver projects
* Ability to manage multiple priorities
* Highly organized
* Team player
* Self-starter and natural problem solver

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.