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Automation Technician

Optimum Governmental Solutions LLC

Posted today
Public Trust
Mid Level Career (5+ yrs experience)
Unspecified
Construction/Facilities
Washington, DC (Off-Site/Hybrid)

Automation & Energy Systems Technician
Location: DC Metro Area (DC/VA)
Positions: 2
Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Start Date: Approximately 2 weeks
Work Authorization: ITAR Compliant (U.S. Citizenship Required)
Security Clearance: Active TS/SCI required with ability to obtain Yankee White

About the Role

We are seeking highly skilled Automation Technicians to support mission-critical power, automation, and energy infrastructure projects across secure federal environments. This role involves hands-on integration, testing, and maintenance of power management, control systems, and automation platforms. Candidates must meet clearance requirements and be comfortable working in high-security facilities with strict safety and technical standards.

Key Responsibilities

Deploy, maintain, and support power distribution and energy management systems.

Participate in system design review, commissioning, integration, and lifecycle support.

Troubleshoot and analyze electrical systems such as:

Switchgear

UPS systems

Power meters

Automation controls

Conduct testing, validation, and performance checks to ensure compliance with standards.

Prepare technical documentation, as-built packages, and reporting.

Attend client meetings, site assessments, and quality inspections.

Support multidisciplinary engineering and field teams to meet scope, budget, and schedule requirements.

Promote and maintain a strict safety-first work environment.

Role Scope May Include

Installation and configuration of SCADA, EPMS, or PLC-based automation systems.

TCP/IP network configuration and communication troubleshooting.

Setup and configuration of Modbus communication devices and gateways.

Reading and interpreting vendor manuals, schematics, and system specifications.

Working with power-related hardware such as PDUs, ATS, generators, STS, UPS, and battery systems.

Using monitoring systems for real-time data, trending, and system performance.

Required Qualifications

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, Energy Management, Automation, or related field.

Minimum 3 years of experience in energy systems, electrical distribution, or automation/control systems.

Knowledge of low and medium-voltage systems, SCADA, PLC, or EPMS platforms.

Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and technical documents.

Proficiency with tools such as AutoCAD, ETAP, or equivalent.

Familiarity with NEC, NFPA, and relevant electrical codes.

Strong communication, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.

Willingness to travel as needed.

Active TS/SCI with ability to obtain Yankee White clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience supporting federal, industrial, or data center environments.

Industry certifications (e.g., PMP, NICET, LEED).

Experience with EPMS/SCADA systems or PLC programming.

Advanced Path Opportunity

Candidates with deeper experience may operate at a senior technical level, supporting:

Large-scale EPMS/SCADA deployments

Complex system integrations

Modbus communications and networked power systems

Breaker operations and PLC application configuration

Physical & Work Requirements

Ability to lift, climb, kneel, crawl, and work at heights up to 60 feet.

Comfortable using ladders, lifts, scaffolds, and catwalks.

Ability to work on computers and field equipment for extended periods.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Why This Opportunity

Critical, high-impact national infrastructure projects

Fully budgeted and actively hiring

Career growth in automation, power, and secure facility operations

Stable, full-time schedule
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