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R.E. Mason

PLC Tech Lead

Corsicana, TX · On-site

$69K - $88K/yr

Generous paid leave options that include vacation time, sick leave, personal leave time, R.E. Mason ... Integrate PLC systems with SCADA platforms, historians, and third-party systems (e.g., Ignition ...

Fresenius SE & Co. KGaA

$60 - $80/hr

... and personal days, employee assistance program, and health benefits to include medical ... Authors the documentation needed for MES(EBR), Historian(QMIB), manufacturing applications and ...

Hyatt

Miraval Hyatt Concierge - Full-Time

Austin, TX · On-site

$15.25 - $19.75/hr

Up to $1000 in Wellbeing or Tuition Reimbursement for personal and professional growth* Discounted ... Guest Historian and Loyalty Advisor. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: 1. Perform the duties of an ...

Lithium Nevada, LLC

Process Engineer

Nevada, IA · On-site

$80 - $100/hr

Investigate operational issues using process data and trends from the DCS historian. * Develop and ... Personal commitment to Lithium Americas' core Purpose, Vision, and Values. * Effective verbal and ...

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Alpena, Michigan, Cardiologist Job

Alpena, MI · On-site

$311K - $352K/yr

Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, CME, personal days) * Comprehensive insurance (health, pharmacy ... for divers, historians, and tourists * Revitalized downtown district with local shops, arts ...

Fresenius Kabi

Automation Engineer

Wilson, NC · On-site

$60K - $85K/yr

... and personal days, employee assistance program, and health benefits to include medical ... Supports Site Data Historian and other SCADA applications. * Responsible for integration of ...

Freseniusglobal

Automation Engineer

Wilson, NC

$60K - $85K/yr

... and personal days, employee assistance program, and health benefits to include medical ... Supports Site Data Historian and other SCADA applications. * Responsible for integration of ...

Fresenius SE & Co. KGaA

Automation Engineer

Wilson, NC · On-site

$60 - $80/hr

... and personal days, employee assistance program, and health benefits to include medical ... Supports Site Data Historian and other SCADA applications. * Responsible for integration of ...

Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC

Automation Engineer

Wilson, NC · On-site

$60K - $85K/yr

... and personal days, employee assistance program, and health benefits to include medical ... Supports Site Data Historian and other SCADA applications. * Responsible for integration of ...

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How much do personal historian jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for personal historian in the United States is $86,335.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $66,500.00 and $105,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a personal historian?

A personal historian is a professional who helps individuals, families, or organizations record and preserve their personal stories, memories, and histories. They typically conduct interviews, gather photographs or memorabilia, and organize the material into written narratives, audio recordings, or video documentaries. Personal historians play a vital role in capturing life experiences for future generations, often producing family memoirs, biographies, or legacy projects. Their work ensures that personal and family histories are documented and cherished. Services can be tailored to different needs, from simple oral history recordings to professionally published books.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a personal historian, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Personal Historian, you need strong interviewing, research, and storytelling abilities, typically supported by a background in writing, history, or journalism. Familiarity with audio/video recording equipment, transcription software, and digital archiving tools is often required. Excellent listening skills, empathy, and attention to detail help build trust and capture authentic life stories. These skills are crucial for preserving accurate, meaningful personal histories that resonate with clients and their families.

What are some common challenges a personal historian might face when working with clients to document their life stories?

Personal Historians often encounter challenges such as helping clients recall specific memories, navigating sensitive or emotional topics, and ensuring that the narrative remains authentic to the individual's voice. Building trust and creating a comfortable environment is essential for clients to share openly. Additionally, organizing and verifying historical materials like photos or documents can require patience and strong attention to detail. Collaboration with family members and adapting to each client's communication style are also important aspects of the role.

What is the difference between Personal Historian vs Genealogist?

AspectPersonal HistorianGenealogist
Required CredentialsWriting skills, research experience, sometimes certifications in history or writingResearch skills, knowledge of genealogy, certifications like Certified Genealogist
Work EnvironmentClient meetings, interviews, writing sessions, often freelance or self-employedArchives, libraries, online databases, often employed by genealogical organizations
Industry UsagePersonal storytelling, life history projects, memoirsFamily history research, building family trees, historical records analysis

While both roles involve research and storytelling, a Personal Historian focuses on crafting personal life stories and memoirs for clients, often emphasizing narrative and interview techniques. A Genealogist specializes in tracing family histories through records and databases. The two roles may overlap in research skills, but their primary goals and work environments differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Personal Historian job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $86,335 per year, or $41.5 per hour.

PLC Tech Lead

Corsicana, TX • On-site

R.E. Mason
Software Development • 201 - 500 employees
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$69K - $88K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 28 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Design, configure, and troubleshoot PLC systems supporting critical infrastructure and process automation

  • Develop, test, and deploy PLC logic for integrated control systems, including power, cooling, and building management subsystems

  • Support system integration, commissioning, startup, troubleshooting, and lifecycle modifications of PLC-based control systems

Job description

As a 100% Employee-Owned company, Robert E. Mason & Associates, Inc. believes our Associates are the foundation of both our customers' and our success.  Our strong company culture, and belief in continued investment in our Associates, has helped us realize long Associate tenures, as well as long lasting relationships with our customers. 

R.E. Mason provides industry-leading process equipment and service for process control, automation, safety, and reliability.  The industries served include Chemical, Pharmaceutical & Life Sciences, Power & Utilities, Food & Beverage, and Pulp & Paper. 

What R.E. Mason Offers Associates:

R.E. Mason is a 100% employee-owned company that offers a comprehensive, industry leading benefits package to all eligible Associates:

  • Participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
  • Retirement plan, including a Safe Harbor contribution
  • Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance
  • Employer paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Generous paid leave options that include vacation time, sick leave, personal leave time, R.E. Mason Way Half Day, paid Jury Duty, and paid Bereavement Leave
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Paid company holidays
  • Career Development Program
  • Retirement and Financial Wellness program
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Alternative/Hybrid Work Schedules

General Description

The successful candidate will be a significant contributor on our Project Execution Team. The PLC Engineer will work in the development, delivery, and commissioning of PLC-based control systems and solutions for R.E. Mason's industrial customers.

This role works closely with Technical Leads, SCADA Engineers, and cross-functional project teams to deliver high-quality automation solutions that meet strict performance, reliability, and uptime requirements. The PLC Engineer will support both capital project execution and lifecycle services, including system upgrades, expansions, and optimization efforts.

The Automation Engineer will also provide aftermarket ("Lifecycle") and staff augmentation support to customers. Typically, this includes maintaining and updating existing control strategies, implementing small scale expansion projects and assisting with process optimization projects.

Specific Responsibilities

  • Design, configure, and troubleshoot PLC systems supporting critical infrastructure and process automation
  • Develop, test, and deploy PLC logic for integrated control systems, including power, cooling, and building management subsystems
  • Integrate PLC systems with SCADA platforms, historians, and third-party systems (e.g., Ignition, DeltaV, OSI PI)
  • Develop system documentation including Functional Requirements Specifications (FRS) and Detailed Design Specifications (DDS)
  • Support Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT)
  • Perform on-site commissioning, startup, and troubleshooting activities in live operational environments
  • Troubleshoot control system, communication, and integration issues across PLC, HMI, and network layers
  • Support lifecycle services including system modifications, upgrades, and optimization of existing control strategies
  • Collaborate with SCADA, networking, hardware, and commissioning teams to ensure seamless system integration
  • Travel to customer sites to support project execution and commissioning activities (~25-50%)
Qualifications

Required Competencies

  • US Citizenship required
  • Strong PLC programming and troubleshooting capability
  • Experience with Allen-Bradley / Rockwell Automation PLC platforms (Studio 5000, ControlLogix, CompactLogix)
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment and across cross-functional project teams
  • Self-directed, self-motivated, and detail oriented
  • Customer focused
  • Organized and reliable; demonstrates strong time management and accountability
  • Ability to troubleshoot complex systems in high-pressure, operational environments

Required Education and Experience

  • BS. in CHE, EE, ME, Comp. Eng, Comp. Sci., other related disciplines
  • 4-7 years of relevant experience
  • MS Office Experience

Preferred Experience/Competencies

  • Experience with PLC platforms from Emerson, Siemens, or other major vendors
  • Experience integrating PLC systems with SCADA applications such as Ignition, FactoryTalk, Wonderware, or Iconics
  • Ability to configure third-party system integrations using OPC and related interfaces
  • Knowledge of industrial communication protocols (EtherNet/IP, Modbus TCP and RTU, BACnet/IP)
  • Understanding of data center or mission-critical infrastructure systems (EPMS, BMS, cooling systems, power distribution)
  • Experience working with historian systems such as OSI PI or FactoryTalk Historian
  • Familiarity with industrial networking and basic network troubleshooting
  • Prior experience working in highly regulated or uptime-sensitive environments

Physical Requirements

  • Standing
  • Walking
  • Sitting
  • Kneeling
  • Reaching Overhead
  • Climbing
  • Pushing and Pulling
  • Lifting - 30 pounds
  • Using a Computer
  • Using a Telephone
  • Driving

RE Mason Company is a federal contractor and, as such, is required to solicit the disability status and protected veteran status of candidates. Thus, you are required to answer self-identification questions as part of your application process. These questions are part of RE Mason's Affirmative Action Plan and the completion of these questions will not have any effect on any consideration of your application materials.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and need to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with RE Mason, please call our office at (704) 375-4465.

This is a drug-free workplace. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of any required pre-employment and, if applicable, ongoing drug testing, including testing mandated by customer site access requirements.

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