At First Gen we take pride in our work of energizing the Philippines through clean power generation technologies. As we grow to become the best in the industry, we are continuously searching for talent who are driven, empowered, and passionate about making a positive difference in the world.
We provide employees with ample opportunities and resources that enable them to perform at their best, contribute value, and help us achieve our Mission of “forging collaborative pathways for a decarbonized and regenerative future.”
First Gen wants you to be good at your job and be successful at it. To this end, we will invest in your professional and personal growth by providing you with the right tools to effectively carry out your role as well as learning and development opportunities to advance your career.
Key Responsibilities:
- Implement, configure, and maintain SCADA systems for industrial automation projects.
- Support and troubleshoot IT networking issues, including servers, workstations, and industrial networks, within the SCADA environment.
- Develop and maintain scripts/applications using Python, Java, and web technologies to enhance SCADA functionalities.
- Maintain, program, and design databases for industrial applications.
- Configure and integrate RTUs, PLCs, DCS, and Intelligent Electronic Devices (IEDs) for control and monitoring.
- Work with Ignition SCADA, with preference for candidates holding the 8.1 IU Credential.
- Ensure basic cybersecurity best practices are followed in OT/IT environments.
- Provide technical support and be available on-call outside office hours, weekends, and holidays as required.
- Travel and deploy nationwide for on-site implementation, commissioning, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
- Work with plant personnel, dispatch operations engineers, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure reliable system performance.
- Continuously learn and adapt to new technologies in the OT/IT space.
Qualifications:
Required:
- Basic knowledge of IT networking, server/workstation troubleshooting, and system administration.
- Familiarity with SCADA, RTU, DCS, PLC, and IEDs.
- Basic understanding of cybersecurity principles for industrial control systems.
- Good communication skills and ability to work with different stakeholders.
- Willingness to be trained and stay updated on the latest technologies.
- Ability to travel and be deployed nationwide.
- Willing to work on-call during off-hours, weekends, and holidays.
Preferred:
- Experience with Ignition SCADA (Ignition 8.3 IU Credential is a plus).
- Proficiency in Python, Java, Databases and web development.
- Prior experience in industrial automation and control systems.
