Industrial HMI Engineer

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Valar Atomics

Industrial HMI Engineer

Hawthorne, CA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    We are seeking an experienced Industrial HMI Engineer to design, develop, and maintain human-machine interface (HMI) systems for complex industrial and process automation environments. The ideal candidate will have hands-on expertise in Rockwell Automation FactoryTalk View SE , FactoryTalk Linx , and integration with CompactLogix / ControlLogix PLC platforms. This role bridges operations, controls engineering, and process visualization—ensuring safe, reliable, and intuitive system interfaces for operators and engineers.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Design & Development

      • Architect and implement new HMI applications using FactoryTalk View SE (distributed and standalone configurations).
      • Configure and optimize FactoryTalk Linx , FactoryTalk Directory , and RSLinx Enterprise communications.
      • Develop P&ID-based process screens, navigation structures, alarm banners, and trend displays.
      • Implement dynamic graphics, tag-based visibility, security-based user interfaces, and custom scripts.

    • Integration & Commissioning * Integrate HMI systems with Rockwell CompactLogix and ControlLogix PLCs via Ethernet /IP. * Coordinate with PLC programmers to map tags, alarms, and state/mode logic. * Support HMI deployment on operator workstations and thin clients (Terminal Services, VMWare, or ThinManager environments). * Participate in site commissioning, FAT, and SAT testing of automation systems.

    • Operations & Support

      • Troubleshoot live HMI issues, alarms, and communications between PLCs, servers, and clients.
      • Perform system upgrades, backup management, and version control within FactoryTalk View SE.
      • Maintain documentation: tag lists, screen inventories, alarm configurations, and user manuals.
      • Ensure HMI systems meet ISA-101 , ISA-18.2 , and corporate HMI design standards for usability and safety.

    • Cross-Functional Collaboration

      • Work closely with process engineers, I&E technicians, and safety teams to represent real-time plant data accurately.
      • Participate in safety system integration and interlock visualization.

    Required Qualifications

    • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering , Controls/Automation Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent technical discipline.

    • 3–7 years of experience designing and deploying HMI/SCADA systems in an industrial setting.

    • Proven expertise with:

      • FactoryTalk View SE (Site Edition)
      • FactoryTalk Linx / RSLinx Enterprise
      • Rockwell CompactLogix or ControlLogix PLCs

    • Experience with Ethernet /IP networks, data servers, and CIP tag addressing.

    • Strong understanding of industrial processes (e.g., power generation, chemical, nuclear, or thermal systems).

    • Familiarity with Windows Server environments , Active Directory , and industrial network segmentation.

    Preferred Skills

    • Knowledge of FactoryTalk View ME , PanelView Plus , and ThinManager.
    • Experience with OPC-UA/DA , SQL data logging , or historian systems (FactoryTalk Historian, OSIsoft PI).
    • Experience following ISA-106 (Procedural Automation for Continuous Process Operations).
    • Understanding of safety systems integration (SIL-rated loops, interlocks, trip displays).
    • Strong scripting skills in VBA or structured text for custom HMI logic.
    • Exposure to virtualized environments (VMware, Hyper-V) and redundant SCADA servers.

    Attributes

    • Excellent communication and documentation skills.
    • Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving mindset.
    • Ability to work independently and collaborate cross-functionally with process, electrical, and safety teams.
    • Comfortable working in high-reliability industrial environments with strict configuration control.

    Example Deliverables

    • FactoryTalk View SE project file (.SE)
    • HMI/PLC tag mapping spreadsheets
    • Alarm and event summary documentation
    • User interface mockups and ISA-101 compliance checklists
    • Version control and deployment procedures