Jacobs · 11 hours ago
Operational Technology SCADA Manager - Midwest
Jacobs is a company focused on solving critical problems for cities and environments. They are seeking an Operational Technology SCADA Manager to support water and wastewater facilities across North America, leading a team in maintaining SCADA systems and ensuring efficient operations.
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Responsibilities
Traveling to facilities throughout the region (Approximately 1-2 week every month)
Configuring, commissioning, and maintaining Control Panels, PLCs, and SCADA Systems
Supporting the installation of Control Panels, PLCs, & SCADA Servers, and Workstations
Troubleshooting process control issues
Troubleshooting SCADA communications issues
Remote Work, Home/Local Facility
Remotely monitor assets across facilities and identify maintenance needs or service degradation
Remotely Assist with troubleshooting process control issues
Remotely Apply minor updates and fixes to existing SCADA & PLC systems
Work with facility managers to identify technology needs
Document existing infrastructure
Develop plans to improve facility control systems in alignment with facility needs
Collaborate with other disciplines on equipment installation, startup & commissioning
Configure equipment to conform to process control and resiliency standards
Manage an OT/SCADA team
Manage SCADA user accounts and access controls
Qualification
Required
A principle-driven person that exudes Integrity, Curiosity, & Empathy
At least 20 years' experience in Control System Design, PLC Programming, & SCADA Development
Experience as a people leader
A solid technical foundation focusing on electrical and/or control system design
Estimated (25-50%) travel throughout the US and West Region will be required
Candidate must maintain a valid driver's license with no major infractions
Candidate must maintain a valid ‘REAL ID' driver's license or other TSA-approved identification
Preferred
A person who is visionary; one who plans far ahead and focuses on what is important
Certifications/Training Relevant SCADA & PLC OEM certifications
Background in networking or information systems management
Other corollary skills Automotive repair, Mechanical skills, process, manufacturing knowledge, etc
Benefits
Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance
A 401(k) plan
The ability to purchase company stock at a discount
Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan
Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees
Seven paid holidays
Caregiver leave
Merit increases
Performance discretionary bonus
Stock
Company
Jacobs
Jacobs leads the global professional services sector delivering solutions for a more connected, sustainable world.
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.1B2023-08-18Post Ipo Debt· $600M
2023-02-16Post Ipo Debt· $500M
1980-09-26IPO
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