(PLC)/INDUSTRIAL INSTRUMENT PROGRAMMING SPECIALIST WITH SECURITY CLEARANCE
Culmen International, LLC
Bethesda MD 20810 US
About the Role: Culmen International is hiring a Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)/Industrial Instrument Programming Specialist to provide support for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction Office (CWMD), Remote / Hybrid Position, in office one day per week in Bethesda, MD., with 40% Travel within the United States. What You'll Do in Your New Role: The PLC/Industrial Instrument Programming Specialist will provide industrial instrument and automation programming technical expertise to CWMD’s Radiation Portal Monitor Program (RPMP), working with Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) and Human Machine Interfaces (HMI) to include field support. Support joint team in design solutions (Drawings and Specifications) iteratively developing PLC, HMI, and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) designs for use cases and coordinating with engineering teams Ensure PLC and HMI programming templates comply with DHS requirements.
Provide Technical and Training Support to field-deployed PLC and HMI logic, supporting multiple teams and ongoing projects simultaneously Conduct field travel (40%) to various locations in the U.S. Field travel activities include site surveys and field testing, implementation, and commissioning of PLCs, HMIs, and industrial instruments Work closely with the project management and construction teams by attending meetings, resolving issues, and providing technical and engineering recommendations Work closely with the RPMP Deputy Program Manager and Senior Technical Manager to ensure successful completion of project phases Adopt a detail-oriented and collaborative approach to ensure each project is completed on time and supports field testing Other tasks and duties as assigned Required Qualifications: U.S. Citizenship
Eligible for DHS Suitability
Must be within 50 miles commutable distance to Bethesda, MD. for training on equipment
Bachelor’s degree
8-10 years of industrial experience as an Electrical/Industrial Automation Engineer, specializing in the automation and digitalization of industrial processes, and design of technical drawings
PLC Programming: Skilled in programming and configuring PLCs across various brands to ensure seamless automation processes. (e.g., PLC brands such as WAGO, ABB, IFM, Siemens, Delta, and Beckhoff. Adept at utilizing platforms like CoDeSys, Vijeo HMI Designer, Siemens TIA Portal, and Simatic Manager to develop and optimize automation systems)
HMI Programming: Expertise in designing and programming Human-Machine Interfaces (HMI) for intuitive and effective user interactions
Programming Environments: CoDeSys, Beckhoff TwinCat, Allen Bradley - Rockwell Studio 5000 and/or any IEC61131-3 compliant PLC programming
Fieldbus: Experience in EtherCAT (remote I/O, safety, and motion control), EtherNet/IP, Modbus TCP, DeviceNet, or Modbus RTU, CAN
Modbus Communications: Experience in implementing Modbus RTU and TCP communications for reliable and efficient data exchange between devices.
Strong written and oral communication skills, fast learner, detail-oriented, strong organizational skills; ability to multi-task and respond to quick turn-around requests. Extensive experience with MS Office
Experience working with federal government customers preferred About the Company: Culmen International is committed to enhancing international safety and security, strengthening homeland defense, improving global health and humanitarian programs, and optimizing government operations. With experience in over 140 countries, we help our customers to accomplish critical missions in challenging environments worldwide. Exceptional Medical/Dental/Vision coverage with 100% of the premiums paid by the company for all employees and their eligible dependents (including same or opposite sex domestic partners)
401k – Vested immediately and 4% match
Life insurance and disability paid by the company
AFLAC Available
Tuition Assistance
12 Paid Holidays To learn more about Culmen International, please visit www.culmen.com The determination of compensation at Culmen International, LLC is based on various factors such as location, the individual's unique combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, clearance level, experience, internal equity, contract-specific affordability, and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $60.00 -$65.00 hourly. This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Culmen's total compensation package for employees. At Culmen International we are committed to creating, promoting, and sustaining a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our commitment to these values is unwavering across all our work around the world. We include and celebrate employees of diverse races, genders, religions, sexual orientations, ethnicities, nationalities, socioeconomic statuses, languages, (dis)abilities, ages, and religious commitments. These differences drive innovative solutions to meet the needs of our employees and clients. Culmen is an equal opportunity employer.
Provide Technical and Training Support to field-deployed PLC and HMI logic, supporting multiple teams and ongoing projects simultaneously Conduct field travel (40%) to various locations in the U.S. Field travel activities include site surveys and field testing, implementation, and commissioning of PLCs, HMIs, and industrial instruments Work closely with the project management and construction teams by attending meetings, resolving issues, and providing technical and engineering recommendations Work closely with the RPMP Deputy Program Manager and Senior Technical Manager to ensure successful completion of project phases Adopt a detail-oriented and collaborative approach to ensure each project is completed on time and supports field testing Other tasks and duties as assigned Required Qualifications: U.S. Citizenship
Eligible for DHS Suitability
Must be within 50 miles commutable distance to Bethesda, MD. for training on equipment
Bachelor’s degree
8-10 years of industrial experience as an Electrical/Industrial Automation Engineer, specializing in the automation and digitalization of industrial processes, and design of technical drawings
PLC Programming: Skilled in programming and configuring PLCs across various brands to ensure seamless automation processes. (e.g., PLC brands such as WAGO, ABB, IFM, Siemens, Delta, and Beckhoff. Adept at utilizing platforms like CoDeSys, Vijeo HMI Designer, Siemens TIA Portal, and Simatic Manager to develop and optimize automation systems)
HMI Programming: Expertise in designing and programming Human-Machine Interfaces (HMI) for intuitive and effective user interactions
Programming Environments: CoDeSys, Beckhoff TwinCat, Allen Bradley - Rockwell Studio 5000 and/or any IEC61131-3 compliant PLC programming
Fieldbus: Experience in EtherCAT (remote I/O, safety, and motion control), EtherNet/IP, Modbus TCP, DeviceNet, or Modbus RTU, CAN
Modbus Communications: Experience in implementing Modbus RTU and TCP communications for reliable and efficient data exchange between devices.
Strong written and oral communication skills, fast learner, detail-oriented, strong organizational skills; ability to multi-task and respond to quick turn-around requests. Extensive experience with MS Office
Experience working with federal government customers preferred About the Company: Culmen International is committed to enhancing international safety and security, strengthening homeland defense, improving global health and humanitarian programs, and optimizing government operations. With experience in over 140 countries, we help our customers to accomplish critical missions in challenging environments worldwide. Exceptional Medical/Dental/Vision coverage with 100% of the premiums paid by the company for all employees and their eligible dependents (including same or opposite sex domestic partners)
401k – Vested immediately and 4% match
Life insurance and disability paid by the company
AFLAC Available
Tuition Assistance
12 Paid Holidays To learn more about Culmen International, please visit www.culmen.com The determination of compensation at Culmen International, LLC is based on various factors such as location, the individual's unique combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, clearance level, experience, internal equity, contract-specific affordability, and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $60.00 -$65.00 hourly. This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Culmen's total compensation package for employees. At Culmen International we are committed to creating, promoting, and sustaining a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our commitment to these values is unwavering across all our work around the world. We include and celebrate employees of diverse races, genders, religions, sexual orientations, ethnicities, nationalities, socioeconomic statuses, languages, (dis)abilities, ages, and religious commitments. These differences drive innovative solutions to meet the needs of our employees and clients. Culmen is an equal opportunity employer.