Summary
This role is responsible for maintaining and optimizing the digital control systems, including GE Mark VIe, Siemens, and Allen-Bradley platforms for several SRP Generating Stations. The ideal candidate will ensure control system reliability, support troubleshooting, and contribute to efficient and safe plant operations.
What You'll Do
- Perform routine and preventive maintenance on the plant's digital control systems, including GE Mark VIe, Siemens, and Allen-Bradley PLCs.
- Troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve issues related to control logic, instrumentation, and communication networks.
- Support configuration, testing, and commissioning of control system upgrades, software patches, and hardware replacements.
- Monitor control system performance and implement optimization strategies to improve reliability and efficiency.
- Maintain accurate documentation of control system configurations, modifications, and maintenance activities.
- Collaborate with operations, engineering, and maintenance teams to ensure seamless integration of control system functionality with plant equipment.
- Assist with root cause analysis and resolution of control-related faults, alarms, and trips.
- Provide technical support for system backups, disaster recovery procedures, and cybersecurity practices.
- Coordinate with OEMs and vendors for advanced troubleshooting and system enhancements.
- Participate in control system training and development to stay current on evolving technologies and standards.
- Support compliance with operational and environmental standards through accurate control system monitoring and reporting.
- Be available for after-hours support as needed to maintain system reliability.
- Other duties as assigned.
What It Takes To Succeed
- Responsibly manage project budgets and schedules.
- Provide information, answers, and responsible solutions to support the reliable operation of the generating station.
- Represent SRP when contacting customers and outside agencies.
- Write specifications for contract with suppliers of equipment and services.
- Occasionally travel to suppliers facilities, industry organizational functions and SRP facilities.
- Work effectively with various organizational groups within SRP.
- Ability to use engineering tools required for the job (i.e., computer, test equipment, etc.).
Experience
The DCS specialist position requires a minimum of one of the following:
Successful completion of the SRP Power Generation DCS Specialist Trainee program
OR
At least 5 years experience is preferred at journeyman status or equivalent in a power plant, preferably three of which involve direct DCS experience.
OR
At least 5 years experience in power plant operations is preferred, two of which include control room operations experience.
Education
See details under Additional Requirements and Qualifications.
Additional Requirements and Qualifications
Education:
A combination of educational or equivalent experience will be considered:
- Completion of an applicable Apprenticeship program, operations trainee or specialist trainee program, or equivalent.
- Associates degree in engineering technology with an emphasis on controls or automation, or equivalent.
Testing and Certifications
Must possess the appropriate valid Arizona driver's license.
SRP
Arizona United States
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