Automation Systems Integrator Technician at Madison Metropolitan Sewerage District – Madison, Wisconsin
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About This Position
Under the limited supervision of the Senior Automation System Integrator, the Automation Systems Integrator Technician ensures reliable, efficient, and secure operation of the District’s process control automation systems. This includes wastewater treatment plant process control, pumping station control and communications, HMI (Human Machine Interface) configuration, SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) software programming, and data integration. The position plays a key role in supporting continuous plant operations and optimizing system performance through automation.
The role involves collaboration with Operations and Maintenance staff, Information Technology personnel, and Engineering to implement, maintain, and improve the District’s SCADA and control systems in support of operational reliability and performance.
Who We AreEstablished in 1930 to protect the lakes and streams of the upper Yahara watershed, the District is a wastewater collection and treatment utility serving about 435,000 people in 24 Madison-area owner communities covering about 190 square miles.
The District owns and operates 150 miles of pipe and 18 regional pumping stations that convey approximately 37 million gallons of wastewater to the Nine Springs Wastewater Treatment Plant daily. Through the treatment process, we recover valuable resources before returning clean water to the environment.
Our mission is to protect public health and the environment. We are dedicated to service, reliability, and sustainability, and our tradition of innovation has positioned us as a leader among clean water utilities.
Working at the District is more than just a paycheck—it is about taking care of our community and protecting one of our most valuable resources: water.
When you think about your career and what you want to accomplish in your lifetime, choose to do Work Worth Doing!
* All application materials must be received by Thursday February 5, 2026.
The successful Automation Systems Integrator Technician has the following qualities:
- Technically Proficient: Demonstrated expertise in SCADA and PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) systems. Understands the basics of how control systems function and interact.
- Analytical: Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities. Systematically assesses issues and works to resolve or mitigate.
- Clear Communicator: Clear communication with technical and non-technical staff.
- Collaborative: Ability to work collaboratively across Operations, IT, and Engineering. Can understand the impact of their work on other departments and the need to work to a common goal.
- Mission Driven: Commitment to system reliability, safety, and documentation accuracy.
30% —Programming and Configuration
- Develop, modify, and maintain controller programming, including standards, machine-level control, HVAC, local control panels, and process control for wastewater and pumping station systems.
- Build, configure, and maintain HMI and SCADA system displays and tools usingIconicsGenesis64.
- Create and maintain controller network configurations and communication protocols.
- Develop and implement system tools and utilities for staff use.
- Integrate and commission new or upgraded control systems.
- Develop and maintain Process and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs).
35% —System Maintenance and Troubleshooting
- Troubleshoot controller, SCADA, and network-related issues.
- Contact vendors for hardware and software corrections as needed.
- Schedule and execute system upgrades, software patches, and configuration updates.
- Maintain process control system hardware, including controllers, computers, network switches, and I/O devices.
- Maintain and optimize SCADA network communications and ensure data reliability.
- Maintain the data historian and coordinate the interface with the reporting database (DARC) in collaboration with IT staff.
- Participate in a shared 24/7/365 on-call pool for SCADA system support.
15% —Documentation and Standards
- Develop, document, and maintain programming standards and code libraries.
- Create and maintain comprehensive process and system documentation, including control descriptions, P&IDs, and programming documentation with detailed code comments.
- Maintain I/O lists, system inventories, and backup procedures for controllers and software systems.
- Maintain and organize O&M documentation and engineering data within the electronic documentation repository.
15% —Training and Collaboration
- Train staff on the use of automation tools, displays, and data systems.
- Provide technical guidance to O&M personnel in calibration, troubleshooting, and data interpretation.
- Work collaboratively with IT to ensure cybersecurity and system connectivity standards are maintained.
5% —Other Duties
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Assist with special projects as needed.
A cover letter and resume are required to apply. Ensure your application materials clearly illustrate your experience with each of the qualifications listed.
Required:
- Minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience or education in SCADA, PLC, or industrial automation systems.
- Experience with Rockwell Automation PLC systems.
- Experience developing advanced PLC and SCADA programming, standards, and displays.
Preferred:
- Associate degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Industrial Automation, Computer Science, or related field.
- Experience with Iconics Genesis64.
- Experience with industrial instrumentation, control wiring, and networked automation systems.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong troubleshooting and analytical abilities.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, plans, and specifications.
- Proficiency in developing technical documentation and conducting user training.
- Understanding of electrical and industrial safety practices.
- Positive interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate across departments.
- Demonstrated ability to configure, maintain, and troubleshoot industrial control systems.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, control logic, and technical documentation.
Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment, with periodic field work at wastewater treatment facilities, pumping stations, and related infrastructure. Field work may involve exposure to industrial environments including noise, temperature variations, moisture, and wastewater treatment processes.
The position requires the ability to sit or stand for extended periods, use computer equipment for prolonged durations, and safely navigate industrial facilities, including walking on uneven surfaces, climbing stairs or ladders, and accessing control panels and equipment.
The role may require attending evening meetings, responding to system issues outside normal business hours, or working extended hours during system upgrades or critical operational events.
This position is eligible for remote work, consistent with District policy.