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Associate PLC/HMI Programmer

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$67K - $91K/yr

Black & Veatch Corporation Req Id : 116146 Job Title : Associate PLC/HMI Programmer - Phoenix Location : RGPHNX Business Unit Sector : COR-BVOPS-ENGR & DEV SVCS Department: BVCOR BV OPS EDS INSTR ...

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Associate PLC/HMI Programmer

Black & Veatch

Phoenix, AZ • On-site

$67K - $91K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 10 days ago


Black & Veatch rating

8.9

Company rating: 8.9 out of 10

Based on 19 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

53rd of 443 rated engineering


Job description

We believe real value is powered by the unique skills and experiences of our professionals. The interchange of ideas from a diverse group of people gives our teams an expanded perspective and the ability to find better solutions for our clients.

Company : Black & Veatch Corporation

Req Id : 116146

Job Title : Associate PLC/HMI Programmer - Phoenix

Location : RGPHNX

Business Unit Sector : COR-BVOPS-ENGR & DEV SVCS

Department: BVCOR BV OPS EDS INSTR & CONTR

Opportunity Type : Staff

Relocation eligible : Yes

Full time/Part time : Full-Time

Project Only Hire: No

Visa Sponsorship Available:No

Recruiter : Dalton Garrison

The Opportunity

In this role, you will have the opportunity to: 

  • Function as an early-career Instrumentation & Controls technical specialist under general supervision while continuing to build depth in conventional design engineering, analysis, and SCADA/control-system delivery. 
  • Support the development, implementation, configuration, and programming of SCADA and plant control systems for water and wastewater facilities, including RTU, PLC, and HMI equipment. 
  • Prepare increasingly complex engineering deliverables, collect and manage data for engineering work, and research equipment, materials, and controls approaches with guidance from senior staff. 
  • Participate in factory testing, startup, commissioning, maintenance, troubleshooting, and customer-support activities for control systems. 
  • Assist with control narratives, operator interface development, documentation, standards compliance, and quality-control checks for programming execution. 
  • Coordinate with project leadership, utility staff, contractors, other engineering firms, and internal disciplines on less complex project assignments. 
  • Understand budget, schedule, quality, and client requirements while continuing to learn Black & Veatch design guides, departmental standards, systems, applicable engineering codes, policies, and procedures. 
  • Support continuous improvement and change-management efforts for the Systems Design Group and project teams. 
The Team

As an employee-owned, global leader in building critical infrastructure in the energy, water, telecommunications and government services markets, Black & Veatch has a long-standing reputation for providing world-class service to our clients. 

Our Systems Design Group provides electrical, instrumentation & control and process mechanical solutions for Black & Veatch Water/Wastewater projects throughout North America. Black & Veatch is currently building our successful Phoenix regional office into the West Regional Design Center to support clients in western North America. This position will be part of our talented and growing Electrical and I&C team in the West Regional Design Center. 

Preferred Qualifications
  • 1-5 years of related experience in PLC, RTU, SCADA, HMI, instrumentation, controls, or related engineering technology work preferred. 
  • Working knowledge of PLC/HMI programming concepts, control-system documentation, and basic troubleshooting practices. 
  • Exposure to Modicon M580 and Control Expert preferred; exposure to Allen-Bradley ControlLogix is a plus. 
  • Exposure to SCADA/HMI platforms such as VTScada, AVEVA InTouch or System Platform, FactoryTalk View SE or ME, Red Lion, GE Proficy iFIX, or similar systems is a plus. 
  • Familiarity with communication protocols such as Modbus RTU, Modbus TCP, EtherNet/IP, and DNP3 is a plus. 
  • Interest or experience in water/wastewater, consulting engineering, or system-integration environments is a plus. 
  • Strong communication skills, curiosity, accountability, and ability to grow toward independent work while collaborating with experienced technical staff. 
Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering technology or sciences preferred or any other degree, specialized training, or experience, that makes the individual uniquely qualified to perform the job responsibilities
  • Minimum of 1 year of related work experience
  • All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.
Work Environment/Physical Demands
  • Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance, and work assignments. 
  • This opportunity will be based out of the Phoenix, AZ office and will require the professional to be based in the Phoenix metro area. 
  • Professional may be expected to travel within the Phoenix metro area to various project sites related to water treatment, water production, and distribution for commissioning and related project support. 
Salary Plan
ENS: Eng & Technical Specialties
Job Grade
015

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Black & Veatch is committed to being an employer of choice by creating a valuable work experience that keeps our people engaged, productive, safe and healthy.

Our comprehensive benefits portfolio is a key component of this commitment and offers an array of health care benefits including but not limited to medical, dental and vision insurances along with disability and a robust wellness program.

To support a healthy work-life balance, we offer flexible work schedules, paid vacation and holiday time, sick time, and dependent sick time.

A variety of additional benefits are available to our professionals, including a company-matched 401k plan, adoption reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, vendor discounts, an employment referral program, AD&D insurance, pre-taxed accounts, voluntary legal plan and the B&V Credit Union. Professionals may also be eligible for a performance-based bonus program.

We are proud to be a 100 percent ESOP-owned company. As employee-owners, our professionals are empowered to drive not only their personal growth, but the company's long-term achievements - and they share in the financial rewards of the success through stock ownership.

By valuing diverse voices and perspectives, we cultivate an authentically inclusive environment for professionals and are able to provide innovative and effective solutions for clients.

BVH, Inc., its subsidiaries and its affiliated companies, complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws and regulations. Black & Veatch does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender Identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status or other status protected by law.

Notice to External Search Firms: Black & Veatch does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be obligated to pay a placement fee for unsolicited resumes. Black & Veatch Talent Acquisition engages with search firms directly for hiring needs.

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Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies Together, we own our company, our future, and our shared success. As an employee-owned company, our people are Black & Veatch. We put them at the center of everything we do and empower them to grow, explore new possibilities and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity's biggest challenges in an ever-evolving world. With over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure and our expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, together we are building a world of difference.

Industry

Civil engineering construction

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Overland Park, KS, US

Year founded

1915