SCADA Specialist

Job Description

Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the worlds most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions. Job Summary: As a SCADA Specialist at Xylem, you will play a fundamental role in the automation and optimization of the management processes of the integral water cycle. Your mission will be to integrate data from operational technologies (OT) and the Industrial Internet of Things (IIOT) and effectively represent them in SCADA systems, contributing to digital transformation and sustainability in water management. Responsibilities: Design and develop automation systems using knowledge of automation and robotics engineering principles. Integrate OT and IIOT data into SCADA systems for real-time monitoring and control. Configure and manage OPC UA servers and clients to ensure secure and efficient data exchange. Utilize MySQL for data storage, retrieval, and analysis in automation environments. Apply programming fundamentals to develop scripts and logic for automation tasks. Implement and consume REST APIs for system integration and data exchange. Design intuitive and functional SCADA screens (HMI) for effective process visualization. Work with SCADA platforms such as Wonderware, Ignition, and WinCC, and support migration to proprietary platforms. Lead commissioning activities, ensuring systems are tested and validated according to protocols. Monitor system performance during implementation and troubleshoot issues as they arise. Diagnose and resolve technical issues in automation and SCADA systems. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless integration of automation systems. Communicate effectively with stakeholders and provide technical support during project execution. Configure and manage industrial communication protocols including Modbus, Profibus, OPC DA, and others. Provide training to customer personnel on system operation and maintenance. Analyze operational data and generate reports to support decision-making and continuous improvement. Ensure compliance with industry standards and safety regulations in all automation projects High Impact Behaviors: Continuous Professional Development: Commitment to learning and staying updated with industry trends. Collaboration and Teamwork: Ability to work effectively in diverse teams. Results-Driven: Focused on delivering high-quality outcomes efficiently. Qualifications: Bachelor s degree in Automation and Robotics, Automatic Engineering, or a related field. Minimum 4 years of experience in automation, SCADA, or related domains. Proven experience in OT and IIOT data integration and SCADA system development. Strong knowledge of OPC UA (server and client configuration). Proficiency in MySQL and basic programming concepts. Familiarity with REST API fundamentals. Experience in SCADA screen design and HMI development. Understanding of industrial communication protocols such as Modbus, Profibus, and OPC DA. Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in multidisciplinary teams. Willingness to travel for field commissioning and customer support. Excellent communication and training skills.