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Knoxville, TN · On-site

This role focuses on distributed control software, hardware integration, and lifecycle support for instrumentation systems powering complex scientific equipment. The successful candidate will ...

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What are some common challenges faced by Distributed Control System Operators, and how can they be managed?

Distributed Control System Operators often encounter challenges such as responding to system alarms, managing equipment malfunctions, and ensuring continuous, safe plant operations. Rapid decision-making and effective communication with maintenance and engineering teams are crucial to minimize downtime and safety risks. Staying updated with system upgrades and participating in regular training also help operators manage new technologies and evolving procedures. Collaboration and strong attention to detail are key to successfully overcoming these challenges.

What is a Distributed Control System (DCS) Operator?

A Distributed Control System (DCS) Operator is a professional responsible for monitoring, controlling, and optimizing industrial processes using a distributed control system. They ensure that manufacturing plants or industrial facilities run efficiently, safely, and within set parameters by managing process variables such as temperature, pressure, and flow. DCS Operators respond to alarms, troubleshoot issues, and coordinate with other team members to maintain smooth operations. Their role is crucial in industries like oil and gas, power generation, chemical manufacturing, and water treatment.

What is the difference between Distributed Control System Operator vs Control Room Operator?

AspectDistributed Control System OperatorControl Room Operator
CredentialsTechnical certifications in control systems, process operationsBasic operational training, sometimes technical certifications
Work EnvironmentIndustrial plants, manufacturing facilities, energy plantsControl rooms, monitoring stations across various industries
Industry UsagePower plants, oil & gas, manufacturingUtilities, transportation, manufacturing

The Distributed Control System Operator focuses on managing and monitoring complex control systems within industrial environments, often requiring technical certifications. Control Room Operators oversee plant operations from control rooms, ensuring safety and efficiency. While both roles involve monitoring equipment, the DCS Operator specializes in control system management, whereas the Control Room Operator handles overall plant operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Distributed Control System Operator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Distributed Control System (DCS) Operator, you need a solid understanding of process control, instrumentation, and industrial automation, typically supported by a technical diploma or associate degree in engineering or a related field. Familiarity with DCS platforms such as Honeywell, Siemens, or Emerson, as well as relevant safety certifications and SCADA systems, is usually required. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help operators manage complex systems and respond quickly to issues. These competencies ensure safe, efficient, and reliable plant operations in highly regulated industrial environments.
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Early Career Control & Simulation Engineer

BNH

Arnold Air Force Base, TN • On-site

$91K - $121K/yr

Other

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

Overview
Job Title: Early Career Control & Simulation Engineer
Location: Arnold AFB, TN
Job Family Code:
Function/Branch: Engineering/Engineering Solutions
Directorate: Engineering & Tech Support
Position Type: Regular, Full Time
Pay Type: Exempt
Grade: L07 (OA0753)
Salary Range: $91,000 - $121,000 / year
Overview
Beyond New Horizons, LLC (BNH) has an exciting opportunity for an early career Control & Simulation Engineer, supporting TOS II, at AEDC in Arnold AFB, TN. The individual will be working as a member of the Engineering Solutions branch responsible for supporting the United States Air Force Test Operations and Sustainment efforts. The Engineering Solutions branch performs cutting-edge technology development work in support of the National Defense Strategy.
Open to internal and external candidates.
Job Summary
The successful candidate will be responsible for developing high-fidelity training simulators that emulate real-world facilities and their control systems. This role involves emulating existing PLC-based control system ladder logic and physics-based Simulink models and integrating them with HMI screens to create immersive and realistic training environments. This is an exciting opportunity for an engineer with a passion for both controls and simulation to make a significant impact.
Job Duties:
  • Develop, implement, and calibrate control models using MATLAB/Simulink to emulate and simulate industrial control logic.
  • Develop and implement physics-based models to support development of ground test facility simulators.
  • Convert and translate existing ladder logic and PLC code into functional Simulink models.
  • Integrate control logic models with new or existing physics-based models of facility processes to create comprehensive system simulators.
  • Develop and configure interfaces between Simulink models and Human-Machine Interface (HMI) screens for realistic operator experience.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to gather requirements, define project scope, and ensure model accuracy.
  • Create and maintain detailed technical documentation, including model design specifications, test plans, and validation results.
  • Support the testing and validation of simulators to ensure they meet performance and training objectives.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve issues with simulation models and the integrated environment.
  • Perform other related duties as required.

Basic Qualifications:
  • Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Science, or a related field from an accredited institution.
  • A minimum of 2 years of professional experience in control systems engineering, simulation, or a related discipline.
  • Must be able to obtain & maintain security clearance & access to DoD network & computer systems
  • Due to Air Force Security requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required for employment at AEDC.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with physics-based modeling and simulation, particularly using Matlab/Simulink or similar tools.
  • Hands-on experience with industrial control systems, such as PLCs (e.g., GE, Emerson, Allen Bradley, Siemens) and/or Distributed Control Systems (DCS), and ladder logic
  • Familiarity with GE Proficy Machine Edition
  • Familiarity with HMI/SCADA software such as Proficy HMI and its integration with control systems.
  • Knowledge of industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, OPC, Ethernet/IP).
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a first-principles approach.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Active Secret Security Clearance.

What We Offer
  • Competitive salaries
  • Continuing education assistance
  • Multiple healthcare benefits packages
  • 401K with employer matching
  • Paid time off (PTO) along with a federally recognized holiday schedule

Who We Are
Beyond New Horizons (BNH) is a fully populated joint venture of Astrion and Fluor Federal Services, Inc. formed to provide unmatched Test Operations and Sustainment services for the Arnold Engineering Development Complex. We chose our name to serve as an enduring reminder of our commitment to AEDC's rich aerospace research and development legacy anchored in AEDC's Toward New Horizons founding study and the unprecedented opportunities to greatly expand AEDC's capabilities and capacity Beyond those existing today. Leveraging the capabilities of our parent companies, BNH specializes in testing and evaluation for military and space systems combined with proven capability in large-scale Government program management, integration, engineering, and construction services for specialized and technically advanced high-hazard facilities.
Join our Team!
U.S. Citizenship is required. At this time BNH will not sponsor any applicants for employment authorization or offer any immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1b, F1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, E-2, E-3, L-1, or other forms of work authorization that require immigration support from an employer).
The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location. Please note that this salary information is solely for candidates hired to perform work within one of these locations and refers to the amount BNH is willing to pay at the time of this posting. Salaries for part-time jobs will be adjusted based upon the number of hours agreed to work.
$91,000 - $121,000 / year at location Arnold AFB, TN 37389
BNH is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, veteran status, and any other grounds for discrimination prohibited by applicable law.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training

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