Software, Engineer
First Quantum Minerals · On-site
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)
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