5349 - Instrumentation Process Control Supervisor (SCADA & Process Control)

Overall Job Objective

Position Description

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Salary Grade: 14

Pay Range
Hiring Range: $60,487 - $72,585 Annually
Full Range: $60,487 - $84,682 Annually

Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification.

An Instrumentation Process Control Supervisor (SCADA & Process Control) is responsible for overseeing the operation, development, and maintenance of SCADA systems, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) programming, control systems, and instrumentation integration. They ensure efficient monitoring and automation of industrial processes. The role involves troubleshooting, implementing system upgrades, and optimizing performance and security. Expertise in Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) programming and SCADA system development is crucial, alongside knowledge of control systems and instrumentation. The SCADA Supervisor also ensures compliance with safety standards and drives continuous improvement efforts. Strong leadership and technical expertise are critical for success in this position.

The first review of applications will be on 12/06/2024.

Duties/Responsibilities

As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, this classification may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Work assignments may vary depending on the departments need and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.

• Supervises the maintenance, installation, calibration, and repair of a variety of electronic instrumentation, metering devices, electrical equipment, process control Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system, PLCs and operator SCADA workstation displays;

• Supervises routine diagnostics and component-level repair and electrical and pneumatic test equipment;

• Assists in the preparation of preliminary and long-range SCADA plans;

• Evaluates automatic process control equipment for its ability to meet the operational needs of the countys wastewater treatment facility systems;

• Inspects new and existing installation of electronic instrumentation, computers and metering devices for the wastewater treatment facilities;

• Monitors warranty repair and services contracts for county-owned equipment;

• Troubleshoots problems and takes action to ensure facility integrity;

• Completes the more difficult installation of process control systems, calibration and repair jobs;

• Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times and streamline work processes;

• Modifies process control systems and prepares schematic diagrams to reflect changes;

• Documents work performed;

• Develops and implements PLC programs and operator SCADA workstation displays;

• Assist in the review of engineering drawings and specifications.

• Utilize programming languages like Python, C++, Ladder logic, and scripting languages (VBScript, JavaScript) used for automation and customization of SCADA systems.

• Support maintenance of SCADA platforms such as Wonderware, Ignition, Rockwell FactoryTalk.

• Maintain and support the network and devices communication protocols like Modbus, OPC, DNP3, Ethernet/IP, BACnet, and Profibus for interfacing SCADA with field devices.

• Maintain and integrate SCADA with PLCs, RTUs, and Distributed Control Systems (DCS) for seamless automation.

Minimum Qualifications

(1) Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university in electronics technology instrumentation and process control AND three years of experience in the repair, programming or maintenance of process control systems, programmable logic controllers (PLC), SCADA system displays, or similar instrumentation in an industrial or environmental setting INCLUDING one year of lead or supervisory experience which may be concurrent with general experience.

(Relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.)

OR:

(2) Three years of experience with Pima County in an Instrumentation Process Control Coordinator II or closely-related position as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment.

Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application.

Preferred Qualifications: (Be specific in describing your experience in your application. Ensure the descriptions provided illustrate your competencies, specifically addressing the required and preferred qualifications.)

1. Minimum three (3) years experience installing, programming, configuring, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing instrumentation up to and including Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) equipment.
2. Minimum three (3) years experience with instrumentation and/or process control technology.
3. Minimum three (3) years experience with programming, configuring, and commissioning PLCs (Ladder Logic, Structured Text, Function Blocks) and OITs, Rockwell.
4. Minimum three (3) years experience in reading panel drawings, electrical schematics, and P&ID.
5. Minimum three (3) years experience with AVEVA, WonderWare, System Platform, InTouch, and ArchestrA.
6. Minimum three (3) years of experience with RF/telemetry, networked radios, and microwave radio systems.

Selection Procedure:

Pima County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates that meet the minimum/desired qualifications. All applications will be assessed based on an evaluation of the listed education and experience. Candidates meeting the minimum/desired qualifications may be further evaluated/scored against any advertised Preferred Qualifications. The hiring authority will interview and select the successful candidate from a referral list provided by Human Resources. Additional assessments/testing may be required as part of the selection process.

Supplemental Information

Licenses and Certificates: Valid driver license is required at time of application. Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment. The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine applicants suitability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures. Failure to obtain and maintain the required licenses and certifications shall be grounds for termination. Any offer of employment resulting from this recruitment is contingent upon Fleet Services review and approval of the candidates driving record.

Special Notice Items: The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education and criminal conviction history. A prior criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment with the County.

Physical/Sensory Requirements: Post-offer physical may be required. Some positions may require the ability to: work with or in the presence of noxious odors; work with noxious or potentially hazardous chemicals, compounds or wastewater products. Safety equipment will be provided by Pima County.

EEO Information: Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, kinship, political interest, or any other characteristic protected by law.