Systems Control Supervisor

• Lead and assists System Control Engineer in performing advanced specialized engineering work associated with the maintenance of computerized process control, data acquisition and/or data transmission of water plant production and distribution systems by:

• Evaluating various plant processes and operations for control scheme and network optimization and troubleshooting process control malfunctions.
• Maintaining existing control and network strategies and recommending modifications to the Manager.
• Maintaining the controls and historical databases.
• Maintaining the SCADA computing & server infrastructure.
• Developing new data, presentation formats, including display graphics and reports, in conjunction with the appropriate operations and engineering personnel.
• Maintaining system hardware, including both preventive maintenance and emergency repair.
• Administering system security tasks.
• Coordinate with OT Network Analysts to design and maintain network infrastructures including: routing, switching, encryption, wireless, network management and network security.
• Maintaining accurate system documentation.
• Training, instructing, certifying and qualifying all DCS and SCADA users. 
• Conducting essential data archive functions.
• Performing periodic system backups.

• Coordinate with Instrumentation Supervisors for advanced specialized technical work associated with process control and data acquisition by:

• Collaborating with Instrumentation Techs in defining problems, justifying solutions, and producing designs for new hardware or software for optimizing process control or meeting new management requirements.
• Maintaining and repairing associated field instrumentation.

• Significant knowledge and ability to effectively interface with operational and technical disciplines (electrical, mechanical, process) and to develop changes in ancillary equipment; Significant ability and skill in writing and presenting clear and concise cost justification reports and presentations.
• Ability to work with contractors, consultants, internal units, and external parties to maintain satisfactory working relationships with subordinates, peers, and supervisors and to work in a team environment.
• Assist with preparation and monitoring of the Group’s annual budget.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

• Graduation from a four-year college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering and a minimum of ten years progressively responsible experience in process control engineering, instrumentation and/or networking; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Preferred - Registered Professional Engineer or Systems Control Engineer in the Commonwealth of Virginia or registered in another state with the ability to become registered in Virginia within 12 months of being hired.
• Advanced knowledge of communication systems, using radio, phone and fiber optics, and distributed control systems.
• Knowledge of the theory and practice of the design, processes and operation of public water supply facilities.
• Advanced knowledge of process instrumentation, process control techniques, field sensors and controllers, digital control hardware including Programmable Logic Controllers, Relay Ladder Logic and control software and/or networking hardware/software.
• Considerable experience with computer hardware and software.
• Capable of establishing and maintaining working relationships among colleagues 
• Experience in planning and coordinating the work of others.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be willing to report for after-hour emergencies requiring onsite response for problem resolution.
• Ability to supervise and lead Control Engineers and Instrumentation Technicians.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license with a good driving record.
• Must pass a controlled substance (drug) test for employment.

Salary : $108,609 - $177,926