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Control System Engineer

Metro Water Recovery

Job Location : Denver,CO, USA

Posted on : 2025-08-06T01:16:10Z

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Metro Water Recovery in Denver, CO -a nationally recognized leader among clean water utilities, provides wastewater conveyance and treatment services for 2.2 million people in the Denver Metro area.At Metro, we help you be your best so we can do our best. You will join a team that offers stability, flexibility, and the opportunity to make a difference. We take pride in being part of an industry-leading team who serves the community by protecting the region's health and environment.This position will be filled at one of the following levels depending upon the candidate's qualifications:Control Sytems Engineering Technician ($72,467.20 - $101,088.00 Annually)Performs a variety of technical engineering tasks in support of the planning, study, design, construction, modification, operation, maintenance, and optimization of process control systems for wastewater transmission and treatment facilities. Works under the direction of a Principal Control System Engineer.Staff Control Systems Engineer ($89,107.20 - $129,563.20 Annually)Performs and occasionally manages engineering activities in the planning, study, design, construction, modification, operation, maintenance, and optimization of wastewater transmission and treatment facilities. Plans and conducts work requiring independent judgment in the evaluation, selection, and modification of standard techniques, procedures and criteria. Devises new approaches to problems encountered. Works under the general direction of the Control Systems Manager or a Principal Control Systems Engineer. May provide functional leadership for the work of other engineers and engineering technicians.Qualifications:Control Sytems Engineering TechnicianKnowledge/Skills/AbilitiesKnowledge of:

  • The control elements of water, wastewater or industrial processes
  • Basic knowledge of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), Distributed Control Systems (DCSs), and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) engineering and visualization software
  • Relational database design
  • Microsoft office and sharepoint
Skilled At:
  • Strong technical, mathematical, and analytical problem solving skills
  • Utilizing Microsoft Excel or other database tools to perform analytical work
  • Communication, both verbal and in writing
  • Working with stakeholders to determine needs and follow up on tasks as appropriate
Ability To:
  • Perform effectively in a collaborative team environment
  • Identify problems, craft innovative solutions, act decisively, and demonstrate good judgement
  • Follow standards, procedures, and best practices
  • Diagnosing industrial, mechanical, and/or electrical problems in water/wastewater processes
  • Prepare clear and concise technical reports,
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, consultants, and contractors
EducationAssociate's degree in engineering or computer science or other related field.Staff Control Systems EngineerKnowledge Of:
  • Fundamental knowledge of control elements of water, wastewater or industrial processes
  • Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), Distributed Control Systems (DCSs), and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) hardware systems and their associated engineering and visualization software applications
  • Process control graphical design standards and best practices
  • Industrial networking protocols, design, operation, and troubleshooting including Modbus, OPC, PROFIBUS, Ethernet/IP
  • Data center operations, including server management, storage solutions, failover strategies, disaster recovery, and backup/redundancy systems for 24/7 operations
  • Process control engineering software
  • Current industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies
Skilled At:
  • Design, modification, operation, and optimization of graphical interfaces for complex industrial facilities
  • Problem-solving, with the ability to anticipate challenges, think critically, and develop innovative solutions for complex issues
  • Communication, both verbal and in writing, for preparing clear and concise technical reports, documentation, incident reports, and presentations and for internal and external audiences
  • Using process control visualization software
  • Working with stakeholders to determine needs and follow up on tasks as appropriate
Ability To:
  • Manage change, ensuring smooth transitions and minimal disruption to operation and maintenance of facilities
  • Perform effectively in a collaborative team environment
  • Engage with clients and stakeholders to implement functional solutions
  • Identify problems, craft innovative solutions, act decisively, and demonstrate good judgement
  • Perform at a high level of accuracy and precision in design and analysis to ensure compliance with standards and specifications
  • Maintain emotional control under ambiguous and stressful circumstances
  • Direct, persuade and motivate others to achieve positive project outcomes
EducationBachelor's degree in engineering or computer science or other related engineering field.Working Conditions:Typical Work EnvironmentVariety of Floor Surfaces including concrete; gravel; asphalt; dirt; tile; loose stones; uneven surfaces; slippery surfaces; wet surfaces; Residential and Commercial Wastewater/Biosolids; Inside Environment; Outside Environment All Year; All Weather Conditions and Temperatures; Chemicals; Lighting conditions including natural light, fluorescent, head lamps, incandescent, and low light; Vibration; Moving equipment;Body Position DemandsStanding; Walking; Climbing stairs; Climbing ladders; Reaching forward and overhead; Balancing; Sitting; Stooping; Kneeling; Crouching; Typing; Fine hand coordination; Object handling; Simple hand/ Firm hand grasping; Operating controls; DrivingPhysical Demands (max forces are expected to be infrequent)Max Weight Lifted: 50 lbsMax Weight Carried: 50 lbsMax Force Pushed: 15 lbsMax Force Pulled: 6 lbsSensory RequirementsWide field of View; Vision - near and far; Depth perception; Color discrimination; Perception - spatial and form; Feeling with fingers; Speaking; HearingEmployment Type: Full TimeSalary: $72,467 - $129,563 AnnualBonus/Commission: No

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  • Employment typeFull-time
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  • Job functionEngineering and Manufacturing
  • IndustriesIndustrial Machinery Manufacturing

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