Systems Engineer

Description

Varec, a Leidos company is currently searching for a Systems Engineer. Varec is a worldwide leader in fuels management systems for total asset visibility and control, supplying integrated hardware and software solutions to oil and gas, defense, and aviation markets. With its headquarters and manufacturing facility outside of Atlanta, Georgia, Varec also has offices in Virginia, Australia, and the United Kingdom. For more information, visit www.varec.com

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Executes implementation of fuel automation solutions for the oil and gas industry at customer site
• Assists with projects/programs from design and development to production. The engineer may be required to research and propose hardware and software components for projects.
• Deploys system solutions that meet documented requirements; defines schedule for project/program implementation, consults with and directs site personnel, and may be responsible for engineering site specific solutions and issue resolution.
• Works to achieve day-to-day objectives with moderate impact on the area/ project team.
• Works independently on larger, moderately complex projects/assignments.
• May assist other technical staff with tasks and assignments.
• Performs work such that schedules, project deliverables, goals, and milestones are met.
• Follows strategies outlined for risk mitigation and contingency while implementing projects.
• Completes and maintains project documentation including but not limited to schedule, budget, communications, daily site reports, backups, site drawings and other related documentation.
• Assists in identifying and resolving project issues while on site. Engineer will be responsible for the analysis and evaluation of issues.
• Addresses somewhat complex technical issues/problems using internal best practice and through collaboration with colleagues.
• Explains technical solutions, practices and procedures to others within the organization.
• Develops solutions to technical problems that require depth of technical knowledge but are typically limited in complexity.
• Provides second-tier technical support for critical application and data center issues, including off hours as needed. May be required to engineer new or temporary solutions to resolve high priority issues.
• Performs other job-related duties and works on special projects as required.

This position requires extensive travel, domestic and international, and may include travel to high-risk areas. Differential allowances (Hazardous and Hardship Pay) may apply for hours worked while on travel to certain areas, as specified by DoD guidelines.

What Sets You Apart:

• Bachelor's degree with four plus (4 ) years of relevant experience. May consider more years of relevant experience in lieu of degree
• Must have experience or be able to quickly learn and demonstrate proficiency with SCADA/Control system design and programming to include hardware and software controllers and displays.
• Must have great communication skills, be self-motivated, attentive to detail, possess the ability to work in a team environment, and have excellent organizational skills.
• Analyze customer processes, drawings, and schematics to understand customer processes and determine solutions to resolve customer issues. Design and implement solutions to include transition planning. Provide documents, to include wiring diagrams, system schematics, operation guides, and logical process execution to customer.
• Experience in installation, configuration, and troubleshooting of Windows Operating Systems, including security configuration, networking, setting up domains, Windows Group Policies and Active Directory
• Must have excellent computer skills and proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and.
• Candidate must be capable of and willing to follow agency and company procedures

You Might Also have:

• Working knowledge of FuelsManager suite of products
• Experience with Windows workstation and server operating systems.
• SQL proficiency with basic database management and query creation
• Strong background with LAN and WAN communications, including WLAN and GPRS wireless technologies.
• Extensive knowledge of computer hardware architecture and Windows Operating Systems in a multi-system environment
• Experience with control and connectivity software suites such as Rockwell Studio, Kepware, Matrikon, etc.
• Deep understanding of and ability to apply principles, theories, and concepts of technical domain and has broad understanding of other related specialty areas.

Are you ready to make an impact? Begin your journey of a flourishing and meaningful career; share your resume with us today!

We take care of our employees. Leidos seeks the best and the brightest, and in return, we invest in you, with an eye on your future, through career advancement, growth opportunities and continuous improvement via mentoring, formal and informal project management training and assistance with obtaining pertinent certifications. We challenge you to help solve some of the world's toughest problems, and with a welcoming culture that recognizes the importance of a strong work/life balance, as well as . We believe that diversity and inclusion make us all better and offer the chance to have fun and make a difference

While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.