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Pinnacle Partners, Inc.

PLC Engineer

Pinnacle Partners, Inc.
Indianapolis, IN $80k - $105k/yr Full time Posted 2d ago
Electrical Engineering Allen-Bradley Automation Building Automation Control Systems Electrical Design Electrical Engineering Field Engineering Ge Automation Hmi/scada Industrial Automation Instrumentation And Control PLC Programming Programmable Logic Controller Rockwell Automation SCADA Wonderware
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Job Description

Pinnacle Partners, Inc. offers a direct-hire PLC Engineer role in Indianapolis, Indiana. This onsite position focuses on designing and supporting PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems for water and wastewater automation, with field startup and long-term system support. The role provides a competitive salary range of USD 80,000 – 105,000 per year and the chance to collaborate with project engineers, field service personnel, and clients in a hands-on, team-driven environment.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and support PLC programs, HMI interfaces, and SCADA systems for water and wastewater automation projects
  • Perform control system programming, testing, validation, startup, commissioning, and troubleshooting
  • Support control system design efforts alongside Project Engineers
  • Conduct program reviews and graphic reviews to ensure consistency and quality
  • Participate in factory acceptance testing (FATs), project meetings, and customer reviews
  • Develop submittals, operations and maintenance manuals, and training documentation
  • Provide technical support to customers, internal engineering teams, and field service personnel
  • Collaborate with production teams to ensure systems are built and implemented according to design
  • Track project schedules, deliverables, and task completion while proactively communicating risks or delays
  • Maintain accurate project documentation, programming standards, and time tracking
  • Support after-hours troubleshooting and technical response as needed
  • Assist with field startup, commissioning, and long-term system support
  • Work with industrial communication protocols, networking, telemetry, VFDs, and instrumentation
  • Support municipal water and wastewater infrastructure projects
  • Travel locally for field support and customer project needs

Requirements

  • Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or related field, or equivalent experience
  • 3+ years of experience in controls, automation, or industrial systems
  • Strong PLC, HMI, and SCADA troubleshooting experience
  • Experience with industrial control systems and communication protocols
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Technical understanding of PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems, VFDs, and instrumentation
  • Strong analytical problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
  • Ability to support both office-based development and field service work
  • Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel locally

Technologies

  • Allen-Bradley / Rockwell PLC systems
  • VTScada
  • Wonderware
  • GE iFix

Preferred Skills

  • Experience with Allen-Bradley / Rockwell PLC systems
  • Experience with SCADA platforms including VTScada, Wonderware, or GE iFix
  • Knowledge of networking, telemetry, and industrial communications
  • Experience with VFDs and process instrumentation
  • Understanding of UL508A standards and control panel integration
  • Experience with field startup and commissioning in industrial environments
  • Experience within water/wastewater or municipal utility industries

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