Woodard & Curran
Overview
Woodard & Curran is a national engineering, science, and operations firm with a vision for clean water, safe environment, healthy communities, and happy people. We are employee-owned and value collaboration, inclusivity, professional growth, ownership, and flexibility to make a meaningful impact for clients, communities, and the planet. Woodard & Curran
is seeking a dynamic, client-focused SCADA Controls Automation Engineer to join our Water Team, supporting projects across the New England Region (Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Connecticut). The role involves collaborating with municipal and industrial clients to develop, implement, and manage a variety of water, wastewater, and remediation projects with a focus on automation and control systems. You’ll support projects from planning through completion with a team of project managers, technical managers, engineers, and operations staff, ensuring delivery within scope, schedule, and budget. Regular client interaction is key—you’ll serve as a trusted advisor, keeping clients and project managers informed on status and identifying opportunities to enhance operations. This position involves regular travel to job sites (typically within driving distance) to support SCADA project startups, participate in preconstruction and kick-off meetings, and maintain strong client relationships throughout the project lifecycle. Who are we looking for: The successful candidate will join a strong team to execute projects for municipal and industrial water and wastewater clients. They will provide support for medium to large implementation projects that may be standalone or multidisciplinary SCADA projects. It is critical to understand and meet project requirements while working within scope, schedule, and budget. The candidate will interface with a wide array of internal and external stakeholders and must have strong communication and technical skills. The role involves collaboration with project engineers, technical managers, and project managers and contribution to initiatives aligned with improved performance and efficiency. Offering Flexible Remote/Hybrid Work/Onsite Schedule:
Hybrid work schedule (office, remote, and onsite, pending project needs) Regional travel:
up to 80%; occasional overnight travel. Projects may include: Design, review, and implement process control systems PLC / HMI upgrades and optimizations Develop and implement PLC / HMI systems for water and wastewater treatment plants Assist practice leadership and project managers in developing SCADA master plans for technology improvements What you will be doing at Woodard & Curran: Participate in site investigations to gather information about the client’s systems, equipment, and instruments to develop SCADA system architecture options and define upgrade migration paths with cost estimates Support the Project Manager in writing technical content for proposals and client communications Work independently on small projects or with teams on larger projects Provide support for client SCADA systems Foster and maintain relationships with key clients Coordinate and provide technical oversight of subcontractors and vendors Develop process logic for PLCs used to monitor and control water and wastewater treatment systems Design graphical screens representing process equipment and instrumentation in HMI software Design screens for operator interface terminals (OITs) used in SCADA systems Use specialized software to create automated reports for regulatory and client use Participate in installation oversight, wiring terminations, and field wiring modifications Collaborate with Project Managers and Senior Engineers to prepare documents and presentations with minimal guidance Configure and test instruments and their connections to the SCADA system Configure and commission SCADA computers and industrial networking hardware Participate in testing and startup of process equipment, instruments, and SCADA system Train operations personnel on SCADA system use, maintenance, and troubleshooting Participate in QA/QC activities for design deliverables and code development Adhere to safety protocols; safety is paramount What you will need to succeed: BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Systems Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field 2–3 years’ experience in control system integration Experience with Allen-Bradley PLC hardware and software (other PLC experience is a bonus) Experience with Allen-Bradley FactoryTalk, Schneider Wonderware, Ignition, GE Proficy iFix HMI software (other HMI experience is a bonus) Experience configuring graphics for OITs such as Allen-Bradley PanelView and Automation Direct C-More Experience with automated reporting software (e.g., XLReporter, HachWims) Hands-on experience configuring, interfacing with, and troubleshooting instrumentation in water and wastewater Strong electrical and mechanical aptitude Experience with Microsoft Office suite Computer networking experience is a bonus Experience in higher programming languages (VB, C++, Java, Python) is a bonus Water/wastewater industry experience is a bonus Compensation:
$75,000 - $105,000 a year Note: The role has the option for remote work. The anticipated pay range is flexible and varies by location and experience. Massachusetts: $75,000 - $100,000; Rhode Island: $80,000 - $90,000; Connecticut: $80,000 - $105,000. Employee Support & Benefits Retirement Savings:
401(k) Pre-tax or Roth contributions with company match Time away from work: Observed holidays (up to 9) Vacation accrual based on experience Sick time for non-work illness or injury Parental leave: up to 80 hours Coverage and support for well-being: Disability: Paid short and long term Health: Medical, dental, and vision plans Life: Basic life and AD&D; voluntary life available Wellbeing: Employee assistance program and mental health resources Equal Employment Opportunity Woodard & Curran is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans are encouraged to apply. If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply, please contact Beth Sweitzer. Inclusion & Belonging We welcome individuals from all backgrounds to apply and strive for a culture that nurtures success and growth for all employees. As an employee-owned organization, we are dedicated to fostering growth and opportunity. Non-Solicitation Disclosure:
We do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies unless a signed contract is in place.
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Woodard & Curran is a national engineering, science, and operations firm with a vision for clean water, safe environment, healthy communities, and happy people. We are employee-owned and value collaboration, inclusivity, professional growth, ownership, and flexibility to make a meaningful impact for clients, communities, and the planet. Woodard & Curran
is seeking a dynamic, client-focused SCADA Controls Automation Engineer to join our Water Team, supporting projects across the New England Region (Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Connecticut). The role involves collaborating with municipal and industrial clients to develop, implement, and manage a variety of water, wastewater, and remediation projects with a focus on automation and control systems. You’ll support projects from planning through completion with a team of project managers, technical managers, engineers, and operations staff, ensuring delivery within scope, schedule, and budget. Regular client interaction is key—you’ll serve as a trusted advisor, keeping clients and project managers informed on status and identifying opportunities to enhance operations. This position involves regular travel to job sites (typically within driving distance) to support SCADA project startups, participate in preconstruction and kick-off meetings, and maintain strong client relationships throughout the project lifecycle. Who are we looking for: The successful candidate will join a strong team to execute projects for municipal and industrial water and wastewater clients. They will provide support for medium to large implementation projects that may be standalone or multidisciplinary SCADA projects. It is critical to understand and meet project requirements while working within scope, schedule, and budget. The candidate will interface with a wide array of internal and external stakeholders and must have strong communication and technical skills. The role involves collaboration with project engineers, technical managers, and project managers and contribution to initiatives aligned with improved performance and efficiency. Offering Flexible Remote/Hybrid Work/Onsite Schedule:
Hybrid work schedule (office, remote, and onsite, pending project needs) Regional travel:
up to 80%; occasional overnight travel. Projects may include: Design, review, and implement process control systems PLC / HMI upgrades and optimizations Develop and implement PLC / HMI systems for water and wastewater treatment plants Assist practice leadership and project managers in developing SCADA master plans for technology improvements What you will be doing at Woodard & Curran: Participate in site investigations to gather information about the client’s systems, equipment, and instruments to develop SCADA system architecture options and define upgrade migration paths with cost estimates Support the Project Manager in writing technical content for proposals and client communications Work independently on small projects or with teams on larger projects Provide support for client SCADA systems Foster and maintain relationships with key clients Coordinate and provide technical oversight of subcontractors and vendors Develop process logic for PLCs used to monitor and control water and wastewater treatment systems Design graphical screens representing process equipment and instrumentation in HMI software Design screens for operator interface terminals (OITs) used in SCADA systems Use specialized software to create automated reports for regulatory and client use Participate in installation oversight, wiring terminations, and field wiring modifications Collaborate with Project Managers and Senior Engineers to prepare documents and presentations with minimal guidance Configure and test instruments and their connections to the SCADA system Configure and commission SCADA computers and industrial networking hardware Participate in testing and startup of process equipment, instruments, and SCADA system Train operations personnel on SCADA system use, maintenance, and troubleshooting Participate in QA/QC activities for design deliverables and code development Adhere to safety protocols; safety is paramount What you will need to succeed: BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Systems Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field 2–3 years’ experience in control system integration Experience with Allen-Bradley PLC hardware and software (other PLC experience is a bonus) Experience with Allen-Bradley FactoryTalk, Schneider Wonderware, Ignition, GE Proficy iFix HMI software (other HMI experience is a bonus) Experience configuring graphics for OITs such as Allen-Bradley PanelView and Automation Direct C-More Experience with automated reporting software (e.g., XLReporter, HachWims) Hands-on experience configuring, interfacing with, and troubleshooting instrumentation in water and wastewater Strong electrical and mechanical aptitude Experience with Microsoft Office suite Computer networking experience is a bonus Experience in higher programming languages (VB, C++, Java, Python) is a bonus Water/wastewater industry experience is a bonus Compensation:
$75,000 - $105,000 a year Note: The role has the option for remote work. The anticipated pay range is flexible and varies by location and experience. Massachusetts: $75,000 - $100,000; Rhode Island: $80,000 - $90,000; Connecticut: $80,000 - $105,000. Employee Support & Benefits Retirement Savings:
401(k) Pre-tax or Roth contributions with company match Time away from work: Observed holidays (up to 9) Vacation accrual based on experience Sick time for non-work illness or injury Parental leave: up to 80 hours Coverage and support for well-being: Disability: Paid short and long term Health: Medical, dental, and vision plans Life: Basic life and AD&D; voluntary life available Wellbeing: Employee assistance program and mental health resources Equal Employment Opportunity Woodard & Curran is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans are encouraged to apply. If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply, please contact Beth Sweitzer. Inclusion & Belonging We welcome individuals from all backgrounds to apply and strive for a culture that nurtures success and growth for all employees. As an employee-owned organization, we are dedicated to fostering growth and opportunity. Non-Solicitation Disclosure:
We do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies unless a signed contract is in place.
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