IT/OT Specialist – Field, Automation and Control

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🗽 New York – Remote

🗽 New York – Remote

💵 $40 - $50 / hour

⏰ Full Time

🟡 Mid-level

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Relevate Power

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51 - 200 employees

⚡ Energy

Energy

Relevate Power is a company dedicated to restoring local dams, focusing on maintaining their historical integrity while upgrading their capability to generate clean energy continuously. Their efforts contribute to enhancing renewable energy power generation in the communities they serve.

📋 Description

• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot plant PLCs and control systems for power generation and integrate them with the ROC SCADA system • Install, maintain, and troubleshoot plant and Remote Operations Center IT and OT systems, including HMIs, networking, telecommunications, CCTV systems, operator computers, and software • Perform routine system checks and maintenance to prevent unforeseen failures • Respond to failures and system malfunctions; promptly diagnose and resolve issues to minimize downtime • Plan and execute PLC, IHM, and station gateway program modifications in coordination with the Operations team • Plan and execute system upgrades, software updates, and hardware maintenance, including procurement and coordination with Operations • Maintain accurate records, documentation, and reports related to SCADA performance, incidents, upgrades, and maintenance • Follow and enforce company safety standards and HSSE policies • Collaborate with compliance, projects, and operations teams • Provide training and support to staff regarding control system operations • Manage vendor and contractor relationships • Ensure control systems adhere to relevant standards and regulations • Foster teamwork, provide guidance, and facilitate skill development • Manage the budget for IT and OT processes, including procurement, maintenance, and personnel expenses • Provide status updates and reports to senior management • Perform additional duties assigned by the manager • Travel up to 4 days per week

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree, military, or equivalent in a relevant field • Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in PLCs and control systems installation and maintenance • Proven hands-on experience in PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems configuration, preferably in hydropower or energy • Proven hands-on experience installing and configuring hardware, software, security systems, network equipment, and related systems • Proficiency in running and terminating data and electrical cabling • Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills • Strong knowledge of safety protocols and commitment to safe work practices • Experience with electrical systems on 110–13,800 VAC and 12–130 VDC • Ability to read and interpret electrical and communications schematics and wiring diagrams • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Excel, and Word • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Maintain a valid driver’s license • Must be based in New England or NY • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship, now or in the future • Desirable: hands-on experience with Ignition SCADA and GE, Emerson, Allen-Bradley, and AutomationDirect PLCs • Desirable: cybersecurity best practices and protocols, such as NERC CIP • Desirable: familiarity with industry standards and regulations • Desirable: project management skills and ability to manage multiple tasks • Desirable: experience providing user training and software support

🏖️ Benefits

• Generous employer-paid health benefits - 100% employer paid for employee single plan • 401(k) retirement plan with 6% employer match • Paid Time Off (PTO) starting at 3 weeks per year • Paid sick leave • Relocation assistance is not offered