Job description
Overall Job Purpose The software engineer must be able to maintain existing control system software, be able to add new software functiona lity / devices, analyse control system problems and identify areas / systems that can help improve on the control system availability. Be proactive in continuous system and process control optimization .
Specific Job Responsibility The specific tasks to be performed by the position holder will include; Act as first responder to control room operation related problems, Do troubleshooting that may arise from control system equipment failure or software modifications , Assist in coordinating and executing the installation of new and retrofit control systems using SIEMENS PLC Controllers and I / O system , Assist in scoping, coordinating and executing the design, development, documentation of advance control systems, DCS, PLC, HMI, and SCADA program code , Assist in coordinating and executing the performance testing of operating systems, electrical or electronic communication syste m and inspection of equipment to detect potential defects Update and do SCADA development and changes , Configure system hardware, software and SCADA to match field related modifications Provide technical direction and support to trainees, Understand the control philosophy of the process plant , Perform standby duties as required , Adhere to site DCS standards and good practises Any other task as may be delegated upon by the software Superintendent Job Specific Competencies Good k nowledge of digital electronics , Excellent knowledg e of Siemens PCS7, Siemens TIA and Step 7 Working knowledge and understanding of network communication, including TCP/IP, Profibus DP, Profibus PA and Modbus systems; inc lu ding installation and testing , Understanding of system drawings, including GA’s, Wiring schematics, termination diagrams and P&ID’s (Piping and Instrumentation diagrams) , Excellent knowledge of STL, SCL, FBD, CFC’s and SFC , Good knowledge of C, C++ or Visual Basic , General knowledge in Osisoft PI Historian, General knowledge in Advance control systems, Good knowledge in OPC interfaces, Strong technical skills related to instrumentation and control , Must be familiar with industry bets practises (ISA) , Working knowledge for new control system installation s and control system upgrade s will be advantageous , Must be able to use job specific hand tools , Key Job Attributes Excellent communication skills, Self-disciplined, motivated and organized , Organisational skills and the ability to prioritise your workload .
, Analytical and decision making skills , Be able to perform under pressure , Ability to perform troubleshooting on Automation and Control Systems will be advantageous , Exceptional skills in the ability to prioritize workload , Ability to work un-supervised on different projects simultaneously , Ability to multi-task when executing different projects , Experience required to perform in this job Minimum of 5 years of exp erience in industrial automated control systems, complex software suites, analog and digital control systems , and Instrumentation with the usage of instruments for dat a recording and troubleshooting Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Engineering or related qualification ; Registered member of the Engineering Institute of Zambia (EIZ) Ability to register as a member of the Engineering Registration Board of Zambia (ERB) Visit our website and register for instant job alerts at careers.
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