Control Systems Engineer

Benefits:

401(k)

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Profit sharing

Training & development

Vision insurance

Company Overview

At Axiom Innovation, we pride ourselves on being at the forefront of Systems Design, Process Adherence, and Process Controls in the Mission Critical space. Our small team is dedicated to working with a wide breadth of clients optimizing their processes, providing increased visibility into their facilities, and growing their business as we grow ours. Axiom takes pride in being able to successfully interface with many industry professionals from a variety of trades and backgrounds, not only rectifying existing issues, but also mitigating potential future problems. We are currently looking for an individual who will join our team as a Control Systems Engineer, specifically focused on SCADA development, furthering their career within our company as we continue to expand.

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

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 GE's 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

Compensation & Benefits

Salary-exempt position ranging from $75,000 to $90,000

Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance (premium)

Opportunities for professional development, career growth, and employee ownership

End-of-year bonus tied to performance