Control Systems Field Engineer

The Control Systems Field Engineer directly supports the Government customer at headquarters and conducts inventories of Control Systems at locations under the organization's purview. The preferred candidate will be well-versed in common Control Systems Architecture design principles and possess operational knowledge of standard Control System processes. In this role, the candidate is expected to work with minimal guidance and is expected to take individual initiative in planning and performing work, in a cross-functional team, ensuring reports and recommendations are effectively communicated and actioned to support the Government customer and the mission requirements.

Working Conditions

Requires working on-site and traveling. The work is performed in both office and field environments and requires the candidate to facilitate meetings, training, and develop briefing material for senior leadership. This position interfaces with multiple teams and stakeholders as well as with the Department of Public Works (DPW) and the Department of Emergency Services (DES) Plant DCS, OSI PI team, and Scheduling team. May be exposed to construction sites, electrical, loud noises, fumes, odors, insects, snakes, poor ventilation, and extreme temperatures. Work is performed with little, or no, direct supervision. Work may be performed both indoors and outdoors. May require travel to less-desirable locations. This position may require CONUS and/or OCONUS travel. Work may require being able to lift, carry, or move items up to approximately fifty pounds. Work may require climbing on military equipment.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact during all phases of the inventory.
• Lead onsite inventory activities, producing highly detailed inventory information of FRCS, ICS, and SCADA systems.
• Read and review Electrical schematics for Control Systems.
• Troubleshoot TCP/IP, Modbus, OPC, and network communications issues (can vary greatly depending on SCADA system and protocols in use).
• Suggest Control System replacement (end of life, policy requirements, etc.) and assist stakeholders and the Government customer with recommendations for upgrades and/or replacement.
• Perform data analysis of events or processes to help identify and make (automation) suggestions to resolve and prevent future issues.
• Provide training and support to all team members on the program.
• Support and guide control systems inventory team members during inventories.
• Ensure optimal team performance while adhering to standardization and data normalization guidelines.
• Demonstrate diligent adherence to deadlines and deliverables.

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Required Experience

• High School or equivalent.
• 5-8 years of related work experience required.
• Active Secret Security clearance required.
• Will require ability to obtain US Passport.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Control Systems or Operational Technology, including FRCS, ICS, SCADA.
• Ability to interpret network topologies, data flow diagrams, and other system/network schematics.
• Proficient knowledge of desktop applications including MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Must have strong written and oral communication skills, be detail oriented, and have strong organizational skills.
• Proven ability to multi-task and prioritize responsibilities.
• Must be a high-level performer with the ability to be proactive and respond rapidly to changing conditions in a fast-paced environment.
• Requires at least 25% travel to CONUS and OCONUS sites.
• Must be able to stand, walk, climb stairs and ladders, drive, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must have above foundational understanding of operational technology to understand the mission requirements.
• Ability to articulate the Purdue Model and how it is implemented.
• Ability to read and interpret Flow Diagrams and as built drawings.
• Ability to effectively communicate with stakeholders from various organizations, internal and external to the Army, as well as delivering technical briefings to stakeholders and executive leadership.
• Ability to professionally execute an inventory, including but not limited to, development of specified project deliverables, technical reports, executive summaries, trip reports, general correspondence, and other reporting requirements as directed by the Government customer.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Valid US Passport.
• Understanding of control system software (Wonderware, ICONICS, FactoryTalk Studio, etc.).
• Demonstrated knowledge of Building Automation Systems (Niagara, Metasys, Trane, WebControl) (Not all inclusive).
• One or more of the following certifications:
• Control System specific certifications/certificates
• GIAC Security Essentials Certification
• GIAC Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional (GICSP)

Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. COLSA Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

The salary range, if referenced, represents a good faith estimate. COLSA considers various factors when determining base salary offers, but not limited to, location, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements.

COLSA offers a comprehensive and customizeable benefits program which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Supplemental Income Protection Programs, 401(k) with company match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program, Education & Certification Reimbursement, Employee Discount Program, Paid Time Off and Holidays.

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 business days. If a candidate has not been selected at that time, it will continue to be posted until a suitable candidate is selected or the position is closed.