Industrial Automation & Controls Service Specialist

Job description

3152551
Additional Cities

Other
Career Level

Experienced
Relocation Assistance

No
Business

GE Power
Business Segment

Power Automation & Controls
Function

Services
Country/Territory

United States
Additional States/Provinces

Virginia
Role Summary/Purpose

With a specific focus on GE Industrial Controls solutions, the Industrial Automation & Controls Service Specialist will support the specification, development, installation, commissioning, and ongoing life cycle maintenance of industrial control systems solutions for our installed base of customers in North America. In this role, you will provide technical support, as needed, remotely and at customer sites for all planned and non-planned installation / maintenance support activities.

Essential Responsibilities

As the Industrial Automation & Controls Service Specialist, you will:

·  Lead in the design, development and installation of new and retrofit control systems using GE PLC Controllers and I / O systems
·  Assist in the design, development and installation of SCADA and HMI systems using GE Software
·  Conduct studies / research to determine hardware and software requirements for projects
·  Design, develop, document PLC, HMI and SCADA program code
·  Analyze engineering and financial requirements of proposed projects and support ITO with development of proposals
·  Serve as consultant to both customers and GE management regarding best practice resolutions of complex problems
·  Proactively develop and implement measures to improve operations and customer satisfaction
·  Promote GE controls solutions in front of customers during commercial presentations and other events as needed
·  Liaise with GE support associated with hardware and software engineering
·  Provide support to establish test environments and perform customer factory acceptance tests
·  Provide formal / informal customer training that may be conducted at a GE facility / at customer sites as needed
Qualifications/Requirements

·  Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline from an accredited university or college
·  Minimum of 3 years of progressive experience in industrial automation control systems, including:
·  Industrial Controls Systems (controllers and I / O) and Cimplicity software suites
·  Instrumentation with the usage of instruments for data recording and troubleshooting
·  Analog and Digital control systems circuits ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENT:

·  Ability and willingness to travel 40% of the time domestically, with the possibility of some international travel 
·  Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required; we will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening
Desired Characteristics

·  Working knowledge of Windows computer systems and basic networking
·  Working knowledge of industrial SCADA and HMI systems
·  Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software
·  Specific experience with Marine applications
·  Ability to lead initiatives of moderate scope and impact
·  Ability to coordinate several projects simultaneously
·  Effective problem identification and solution skills
·  Ability to influence others and lead small teams
·  Proven analytical and organizational ability
·  Strong oral and written communication skills
·  Strong interpersonal and leadership skills

PLEASE NOTE:Virginia, Maryland, and North Carolina are the preferred locations; however, other East Coast U.S. locations will be considered.

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About Us

GE is the world’s Digital Industrial Company, transforming industry with software-defined machines and solutions that are connected, responsive and predictive. Through our people, leadership development, services, technology and scale, GE delivers better outcomes for global customers by speaking the language of industry.

GE Power is a world leader in power generation with deep domain expertise that helps customers deliver electricity from a wide spectrum of fuel sources. We are transforming the electricity industry with the digital power plant, the world’s largest & most efficient gas turbine, full balance of plant solutions and our data-leveraging software. Our innovative technologies and digital offerings help make power and water more affordable, reliable, accessible and sustainable.

GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is anEqual Opportunity Employer . Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications

GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.
Primary Country

United States
Primary State/Province

Virginia