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Wood Plc

Senior Process Engineer - Ovation

Warren, MI

$97K - $126K/yr

Ovation DCS Certification - OV215 and OV216 completion certificates and any other specialized training * Understand P&ID Plans and Industry Specifications * SCADA Hardware and Software * PLC ...

W3Global Inc.

System Controls Engineer

Detroit, MI · On-site

$70K - $100K/yr

A key requirement for this position is direct hands-on experience with Emerson Ovation DCS hardware/software (mandatory). Candidates must have practical experience supporting, troubleshooting ...

Layline Automation

Sr Control Systems Engineer

Concord, CA · On-site

$125K - $155K/yr

Ovation DCS Engineering & Programming: Design, configure, and maintain Emerson Ovation databases, control sheets and high performance HMI graphics * System Upgrades & Lifecycle Management: Lead ...

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How much do ovation dcs jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for ovation dcs in the United States is $60,331.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,000.00 and $67,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an Ovation DCS?

An Ovation DCS job refers to a role involving the configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of Emerson's Ovation Distributed Control System (DCS). Professionals in this field work primarily in industries like power generation, water treatment, and other process automation sectors. Their responsibilities typically include system programming, network management, and ensuring optimal system performance. Strong knowledge of industrial automation, SCADA, and process control is often required.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Ovation DCS position, and why are they important?

To excel as an Ovation DCS (Distributed Control System) Engineer, you need a solid background in process automation, control systems engineering, and a degree in electrical, chemical, or mechanical engineering. Experience with Emerson Ovation DCS hardware and software, PLC programming, and relevant certifications such as ISA CAP are highly valuable. Strong analytical thinking, effective troubleshooting, and clear communication with multidisciplinary teams are essential soft skills. These capabilities are crucial for ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient operation of automated industrial processes.

What are some typical challenges faced by Ovation DCS engineers in their daily work?

Ovation DCS Engineers often encounter challenges such as troubleshooting unexpected system faults, integrating new hardware or software upgrades, and maintaining compliance with safety and industry regulations. They may need to balance multiple projects, coordinate with operations and IT teams, and respond quickly to minimize process downtime. Staying updated with evolving automation technologies and best practices is also key. Overcoming these challenges requires a proactive mindset, strong technical skills, and effective collaboration with cross-functional teams.

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Infographic showing various Ovation Dcs job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 93% Full Time, 4% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $60,331 per year, or $29 per hour.

Ovation DCS Project Manager

Hazen and Sawyer

Charlottesville, VA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 16 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Plan, execute, and control Ovation DCS projects across full lifecycle, including development, design, implementation, testing, commissioning, and support.

  • Support on-site activities such as FATs, site acceptance testing, startup, and commissioning, with periodic travel to client facilities.

  • Review design documentation including control philosophy documents, architecture diagrams, I/O lists, cause & effect diagrams, network layouts, and cybersecurity plans.

Job description

Hazen and Sawyer is seeking a highly experienced Ovation DCS Project Manager responsible for planning, designing, implementing, and supporting automation solutions built on Emerson’s Ovation DCS platform. 

This role leads projects from concept through commissioning and lifecycle support, ensuring delivery of systems that meet technical, financial, and operational objectives. The Project Manager serves as the primary liaison between customers, engineering teams, vendors, and internal stakeholders while maintaining accountability for schedule, budget, quality, and safety objectives.

This position can be based at any Hazen location; however, our preference is for it to be based in Virginia or the Washington, D.C. area.

Why Hazen and Sawyer:

  • Founded in 1951 by the son of Allen Hazen (developer of the Hazen-Williams equation), we are an employee-owned company with a singular focus on "all things water."
  • Our work includes planning, design, and oversight of construction of environmental infrastructure – for water, wastewater, and stormwater management.
  • We foster a work environment low on bureaucracy and high in creativity.
  • We recruit talented professionals, provide them with challenging, interesting, and creative assignments, and furnish them with the tools they need to succeed.
  • We currently have over 2,400 employees in 70+ offices throughout the United States, Latin America, Canada, and the UK.
  • A flexible hybrid work schedule supports today's busy professionals. 

Key Responsibilities:

Project Planning & Execution

  • Plan, execute, and control Ovation DCS projects across full lifecycle: development, design, implementation, testing, commissioning, and support. 
  • Ability to support on-site activities including FATs, site acceptance testing, startup, and commissioning, with periodic travel to client facilities. 
  • Develop detailed project plans, schedules, staffing plans, budgets, and risk registers. 
  • Ensure project deliverables meet functional requirements, quality standards, and customer expectations. 
  • Manage change control, scope definition, and risk mitigation strategies. 
  • Coordinate with internal OT/cybersecurity specialists to implement IEC 62443-aligned architectures. 
  • Ensure cybersecurity requirements are incorporated into Ovation system design, documentation, and testing (but not necessarily act as the sole cybersecurity authority).

Technical Leadership 

  • Mentor junior Ovation engineers and project managers. 
  • Contribute to internal standards, templates, and best practices for Ovation delivery. 
  • Support proposal development, scope definition, and technical reviews as a subject matter expert. 
  • Lead the design and implementation of Ovation DCS architectures including: 
    • Servers, workstations, network topology, and redundancy design. 
    • Controller configuration and database management. 
    • Graphics development, control strategies, and alarm management.

Technical Oversight

  • FAT and SAT execution. 
  • Performance validation. 
  • Cutover planning. 
  • Functional Control Descriptions. 
  • Review design documentation including: 
  • Control philosophy documents. 
  • Architecture diagrams. 
  • I/O lists. 
  • Cause & effect diagrams. 
  • Network layouts and cybersecurity plans.

Client & Stakeholder Management

  • Serve as the primary customer interface throughout project lifecycle. 
  • Lead project kickoff meetings, design reviews, progress updates, and closeouts. 
  • Translate business requirements into technical scope. 
  • Manage subcontractors and vendors related to Ovation deployments.

Financial & Commercial Control

  • Maintain project profitability through cost tracking, forecasting, and billing management.
  • Manage contract compliance including: 
    • Scope management. 
    • Claim prevention and mitigation. 
    • Vendor contracts and change orders.

Quality, Safety & Compliance

  • Ensure compliance with: 
    • Project governance standards. 
    • OT cybersecurity
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About HAZEN AND SAWYER

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Hazen and Sawyer, headquartered in New York, NY, US, operates within the field of environmental science and engineering. Founded in 1951, the firm specializes in designing drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater facilities, comprehensive solid waste services, and other environmental infrastructure projects. Striving towards nurturing clean, safe water supply, the company upholds it as its primary mission. Their dedication reflects in their numerous honors received at the national and regional levels, including awards from the American Society of Civil Engineers, American Council of Engineering Companies, and Water Environment Federation.

Industry

Environmental consulting services

Company size

501 - 1,000 Employees

Headquarters location

New York, NY, US

Year founded

1951

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