Senior Ovation DCS Programmer / Control Systems Engineer
hace 26 días
Newport News
Job Description Hazen and Sawyer is seeking an experienced Senior Ovation DCS Programmer / Control Systems Engineer to support the design, implementation, commissioning, and long-term support of Emerson Ovation Distributed Control Systems for water and wastewater treatment facilities. This role is a senior technical position responsible for hands-on system programming, configuration, troubleshooting, and optimization, with direct involvement in plant operations, startup, and lifecycle support. The successful candidate will serve as a technical lead, supporting project delivery while mentoring junior staff and collaborating closely with operations, engineering, and project management teams. 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. Ovation DCS Engineering & Programming • Configure, program, test, and commission Emerson Ovation DCS systems., • Develop and maintain control logic, operator graphics, alarm configurations, and system databases., • Perform system upgrades, migrations, and expansions on legacy and current Ovation platforms., • Implement and support control strategies for treatment and conveyance processes including pumping, filtration, chemical feed, disinfection, sludge handling, and distribution systems., • Lead and support FAT, SAT, and on-site commissioning activities., • Provide operational troubleshooting and post-startup support., • Develop and maintain system documentation, including control narratives, I/O lists, and architecture diagrams., • Implement OT cybersecurity best practices consistent with ISA/IEC 62443 and utility standards., • Serve as a technical lead on Ovation-related projects., • Mentor junior engineers and programmers., • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Automation, Computer Science, or a related technical field, or equivalent experience., • 10+ years of experience in control systems or automation., • Demonstrated hands-on experience with Emerson Ovation DCS systems., • Experience supporting water or wastewater treatment facilities strongly preferred., • Experience with FAT, SAT, and field commissioning.Preferred Qualifications: Technical Skills • Advanced knowledge of Emerson Ovation configuration tools and system architecture., • Strong understanding of process control, instrumentation, and control system networks., • Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (Ethernet, OPC, Modbus)., • Working knowledge of alarm management best practices and OT cybersecurity principles., • Experience with PLC/SCADA systems, networking, and industrial control protocols is often a plus. Certifications (Preferred) • Emerson Ovation training or certifications., • ISA, cybersecurity, or related professional certifications a plus. Additional Requirements • Ability to travel to project sites (often up to 25–75% depending on the role and level)., • As required to support commissioning and troubleshooting., • Valid driver’s license and authorization to work in the U.S.What We Offer:, • Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans), • Pre-tax flexible spending plans for medical, dependent care, and transportation, • Short and long-term disability, and employer paid life insurance, • Paid holidays, floating holidays, and paid time off (PTO), • Employer-contributed 401(k) plan and additional financial planning support, • Professional growth opportunities, including tuition reimbursement, in-house training, and incentives for professional registration and professional organization memberships, • Starting pay range for this position depends on skills, experience, education and geographical location #Li-remote