Process Control Analyst IIThe Process Control Analyst II ensures the integrity, robustness, and availability of the Process Control System (PCS) at the Blue Plains Wastewater Treatment Plant. This role evaluates the effectiveness and efficiency of PCS and implements new algorithms and process control dashboards. This role is responsible for the operation of the Process Control and Computer System and alarm management. The position stays abreast of state-of-the-art technology and industry practices; implements optimization and control strategies.Responsibilities include:Recommending policies, procedures, methods, and practices to ensure that plant meets or exceeds NPDES permit requirements and enhances the safety, quality, effectiveness, and efficiency of operations.Developing strategies to meet process objectives. Implementing process control strategies through hands on use of the Process Control and Computer System, PLC systems, and various HMI software packages.Operating and maintaining the Process Control System network including security controls necessary to mitigate the vulnerabilities.Reviewing and interpreting complex design drawings, plans, and specifications for new and modified control strategies in existing facilities.Implementing new control logic and modifying existing control logic.
Managing data on both the control system database and plant process control database for integrity, permit compliance and report generation.Maintaining standards for the Process Control Systems and is responsible for maintaining the System change management process. Updating software and software configurations as needed to maintain system integrity. Responsible for alarm notification and alarm management on the Process Control System. Developing and maintaining process control dashboards.Must work closely with Operations and maintenance personnel on a daily basis and respond to their urgent system's needs.Works with communication vendors and internal support personnel to quickly resolve problems and provide support.Responsible for writing documentation (examples: control narratives, SOP's, policies) as needed to support job functions.Identifies type and scope of work and develops work specifications; interfaces with vendors, contractors, and consultants to direct, coordinate, inspect and accept work; identifies and resolves problems associated with contract work; recommends modifications to contract scope of work and/or enforcement of contract language.Provides support and guidance in troubleshooting complex process problems as needed to ensure that process, systems, and/or facility modifications enhance operation of facility. System troubleshooting includes digital control software and equipment.Writes regular and special technical reports.
Writes, presents, and publishes technical papers on wastewater treatment in national and international conferences and journals.Plans work activities and develops schedules. Identifies training needs. Serves as a resource in teaching and guiding others in developing skills and knowledge.Establishes, demonstrates, and enforces high standards for safety, quality of work performed, and productivity; inspects work quality. Reports all hazards to the appropriate supervisor to ensure that safety and environmental hazards are corrected.Performs other duties and projects as assigned at the discretion of their supervisor.Supervisory Responsibilities: N/AKey Working Relationships: Interacts with co-workers throughout the Authority, government and private agencies, vendors, consultants and contractors.At DC Water, our people make us an industry leader. Join a group of thinkers, innovators, and problem solvers focused on protecting life's most precious resource in the nation's capital.Take pride in your work.
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