ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design, develop, and implement control systems for power plant processes, machinery, and equipment.
• Program and configure PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers), HMI (Human-Machine Interface) systems, and other automation equipment.
• Conduct regular inspections and maintenance of control systems to ensure their proper functioning.
• Oversee Operational Technology (OT) software & hardware management program to include acceptance testing and deployment of upgrades and patches on a controlled schedule.
• Manage/Lead projects, provide controls engineering support in parallel, and oversee vendor/contractor support when needed.
• Perform cyber security risk assessments, conduct risk assessments, & compliance analysis of OT systems.
• Conduct and maintain ongoing threat analysis and risk assessment processes to proactively identify and mitigate potential security risks for OT systems.
• Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies to recommend and implement improvements.
• Assists power plant personnel on maintenance, troubleshooting, and operations of electrical and control systems and equipment. Plant assistance during startup and operation can include after hours and weekends as needed to maintain system reliability.
• Document control system designs, changes, and maintenance activities for future reference.
• Perform due diligence for evaluation of control system and instrumentation specifications for projects.
• Due to our obligation to provide continuous, reliable electric service to our customers, the ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance and the ability to work outside your regularly scheduled office hours when necessary is an essential function of the job.
• The ability to handle stress and work well with others are essential functions of this position.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in software/controls/electrical engineering or equivalent or related field, plus 2 years related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work well in a team.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Detail-oriented with a focus on precision in control system design and troubleshooting.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Bachelor of Science Degree.

PREFERRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Professional Engineer license in the State of Arkansas.
• Experience directly related to Instrumentation and Controls (I&C) at power plants or related heavy industrial applications.
• Experience with Industrial Control Systems such as Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and/or Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) and SCADA systems and associated control system devices, computers, communications, networks, endpoint devices, and instrumentation.
• Experience and foundation with Ethernet network switches and serial digital communications, including third party datalink protocols.
• Strong knowledge and experience of power plant controls, steam turbine control systems, combustion turbine control systems, balance of plant control systems.
• Strong computer skills foundation as relates to operating systems, controls system software, and communications software.
• Understanding of server virtualization, routing, and switching.
• Knowledge of electrical codes, safety standards, and best practices in industrial automation.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity best-practices (such as IEC 62443) and NERC-CIP requirements.

Key Areas of Knowledge:

• Instrumentation and calibration
• Industrial Communication Protocols
• Industrial Networks - serial, IP, Modbus, DNP, AB-PLC
• RTU / PLC Programming - Ladder Logic, Sequential Function Blocks, Structured Text
• DCS Development
• SCADA Programming, Graphics and Support * Process Controls

Benefits

* 2 Retirement Plan Options

* Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

* 9 Paid holidays

* Educational assistance

* Paid time off accruals

* Short-term disability

* Long-term disability

* Free & confidential Employee Assistance Program

EEO/AA/M/F/VETS/DISABLED

Should you elect to apply for this position, AECC/AECI will review your qualifications. If after reviewing the qualifications and experience of all applicants, your skills and credentials meet our needs, someone from our organization may contact you. Please be advised that the time required to complete the applicant review process typically takes between 30 and 90 days but could extend beyond that. Once the position has been filled, all applicants will be notified via email.

Arkansas Electric Cooperative Corporation and Arkansas Electric Cooperatives, Inc. are Equal Opportunity Workplace and an Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age or any other protected category.