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Senior Ovation DCS Programmer / Control Systems EngineerHazen and Sawyer • Newport News, VA, US
Senior Ovation DCS Programmer / Control Systems Engineer

Senior Ovation DCS Programmer / Control Systems Engineer

Hazen and Sawyer • Newport News, VA, US
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Job Description

Job Description

Hazen and Sawyer is seeking an experienced Senior Ovation DCS Programmer / Control Systems Engineer to support the design, implementation, commissioning, and long-term support of Emerson Ovation Distributed Control Systems for water and wastewater treatment facilities. This role is a senior technical position responsible for hands-on system programming, configuration, troubleshooting, and optimization, with direct involvement in plant operations, startup, and lifecycle support. The successful candidate will serve as a technical lead, supporting project delivery while mentoring junior staff and collaborating closely with operations, engineering, and project management teams.

This position can be based at any Hazen location; however, our preference is for it to be based in Virginia or the Washington, D.C. area.

Why Hazen and Sawyer :

  • Founded in 1951 by the son of Allen Hazen (developer of the Hazen-Williams equation), we are an employee-owned company with a singular focus on "all things water."
  • Our work includes planning, design, and oversight of construction of environmental infrastructure – for water, wastewater, and stormwater management.
  • We foster a work environment low on bureaucracy and high in creativity.
  • We recruit talented professionals, provide them with challenging, interesting, and creative assignments, and furnish them with the tools they need to succeed.
  • We currently have over 2,400 employees in 70+ offices throughout the United States, Latin America, Canada, and the UK.
  • A flexible hybrid work schedule supports today's busy professionals.

Key Responsibilities :

Ovation DCS Engineering & Programming

  • Configure, program, test, and commission Emerson Ovation DCS systems.
  • Develop and maintain control logic, operator graphics, alarm configurations, and system databases.
  • Perform system upgrades, migrations, and expansions on legacy and current Ovation platforms.
  • Support control optimization, tuning, and modernization initiatives.

    • Water & Wastewater Process Integration

  • Implement and support control strategies for treatment and conveyance processes including pumping, filtration, chemical feed, disinfection, sludge handling, and distribution systems.
  • Troubleshoot process and control system issues and implement corrective actions.

    • Testing, Commissioning & Support

  • Lead and support FAT, SAT, and on-site commissioning activities.
  • Provide operational troubleshooting and post-startup support.
  • Develop and maintain system documentation, including control narratives, I / O lists, and architecture diagrams.
  • Support changing management and configuration control procedures.

    • Cybersecurity & Compliance

  • Implement OT cybersecurity best practices consistent with ISA / IEC 62443 and utility standards.
  • Support redundancy, backup, disaster recovery, and system resiliency planning.

    • Technical Leadership & Mentorship

  • Serve as a technical lead on Ovation-related projects.
  • Mentor junior engineers and programmers.
  • Coordinate with operations staff, project managers, vendors, and system integrators.

    • Work Setting :

  • Hybrid Preferred (3 days in office; 2 days remote)

    • Required Qualifications :

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Automation, Computer Science, or a related technical field, or equivalent experience.
  • 10+ years of experience in control systems or automation.
  • Demonstrated hands-on experience with Emerson Ovation DCS systems.
  • Experience supporting water or wastewater treatment facilities strongly preferred.
  • Experience with FAT, SAT, and field commissioning.

    • Preferred Qualifications :

    Technical Skills

  • Advanced knowledge of Emerson Ovation configuration tools and system architecture.
  • Strong understanding of process control, instrumentation, and control system networks.
  • Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (Ethernet, OPC, Modbus).
  • Working knowledge of alarm management best practices and OT cybersecurity principles.
  • Experience with PLC / SCADA systems, networking, and industrial control protocols is often a plus.

    • Certifications (Preferred)

  • Emerson Ovation training or certifications.
  • ISA, cybersecurity, or related professional certifications a plus.

    • Additional Requirements

  • Ability to travel to project sites (often up to 25–75% depending on the role and level).
  • As required to support commissioning and troubleshooting.
  • Valid driver’s license and authorization to work in the U.S.

    • What We Offer :

  • Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans)
  • Pre-tax flexible spending plans for medical, dependent care, and transportation
  • Short and long-term disability, and employer paid life insurance
  • Paid holidays, floating holidays, and paid time off (PTO)
  • Employer-contributed 401(k) plan and additional financial planning support
  • Professional growth opportunities, including tuition reimbursement, in-house training, and incentives for professional registration and professional organization memberships
  • Starting pay range for this position depends on skills, experience, education and geographical location

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