Field Engineer

We are a multi-disciplinary team of experts passionate about multi-technology platforms, electronic measurements and industrial sensors engineering with over a decade of expertise in the design of IoT products for data collection in energy management. 

The company is specialized in the development of sensors, sensor networks and distributed monitoring systems for several application fields such as renewable energy and environmental sensing, biomedical and healthcare, smart cities, as well as industrial monitoring.

WiSNAM provides advanced smart IoT solutions and tailor-made engineering and services to ensure data gathering and secure communication everywhere, at any time and in a comprehensive way. We create technology innovation to drive the change that makes everyone’s life smarter, leading the world to a renewed environmental, economic and social balance.

Field Technician Requirements:

- Electronic/electrotechnical/IT expert

- Previous experience in industrial plants or electricity generation.

- Ability to read and understand schematic drawings (functional architectures, single-line diagrams, networking diagrams, communication logic diagrams, etc...)

- Knowledge of SCADA systems and automation (e.g. data loggers, PLC, RTU) - Knowledge of communication hardware interfaces (serial ports, ethernet, Digital/Analog Input/Output)

- Knowledge of industrial communication protocols (Modbus TCP/RTU, OPC DA/UA, IEC104, etc..)

- Knowledge of electronic boards for data acquisition and their configuration (e.g. signal converters, protocol converters and remote IO boards)

- Knowledge and configuration of network devices such as firewalls, routers, managed switch/optic switches (VLAN, NAT, SPANNING TREE, Turbo Ring and other redundancy protocols)

- Knowledge of at least one programming language for scripting (bash, phython, java, etc..)

- Knowledge of Linux and Windows OS systems

- Knowledge of the English language

Field engineer responsibilities:

- Configuration and verification of the functioning of monitoring and control systems

- Execution of field activities for the commissioning of the monitoring and control systems implemented

- Supervise the testing, maintenance, installation and operation of equipment

- Supervision and coordination of external technicians involved in field activities

- Technical support in the field for the resolution of the present problems

-Execution of inspections

- Preparation of reports on the activities performed in the field

- Coordination of the team on the field, ensuring safety

Nice to have:

- Knowledge of microcontroller systems, PLC and IEC61131

- Knowledge of HMI SCADA (e.g. Indusoft, Wonderware etc..)

- Knowledge of field sensors (electrical parameters meter, temperature probes and environmental monitoring sensors)

- PES qualification

- Degree in Engineering, Electronics/Electrotechnics/Computer Science

Soft Skills:    

• critical thinking and problem-solving capabilities;  
• ability to work as part of a team;  
• proactivity and attitude toward results;  
• autonomy;  
• adaptability;  
• leadership and decision-making skills;  
• organization skills;  
• written and oral communication skills;  
• analytical skills and attention to detail;  
• negotiation and conflict resolution skills;  
• resistance to stress;  
• strong interpersonal skills;  
• desire to be part of the game.

We offer:

• full-time employment with a competitive salary (RAL is based on your experience and capabilities);
• a dynamic and innovative environment placing a high value on teamwork;
• concrete opportunities for professional growth;
• the chance to work with international customers;
• internal training programs (reskilling and upskilling);
• unique and people-oriented co-working spaces surrounded by green spots;
• benefits (IT devices, bar&restaurant, fitness and relax areas, video game room, parking lot).

Place of employment: Acireale (Catania)

Working hours: 40 hours per week from Monday to Friday