Software Engineer

**Overall Job Purpose**   * The software engineer must be able to maintain existing control system software, be able to add new software functionality / devices, analyse control system problems and identify areas / systems that can help improve on the control system availability. Be proactive in continuous system and process control optimization.  **Specific** **Job Responsibility**  The specific tasks to be performed by the position holder will include;  * Act as first responder to control room operation related problems,  * Do troubleshooting that may arise from  control system equipment failure or software modifications,  * Assist in coordinating and executing the installation of new and retrofit control systems using SIEMENS PLC Controllers and I / O system,  * Assist in scoping, coordinating and executing the design, development, documentation of advance control systems, DCS, PLC, HMI, and SCADA program code,  * Assist in coordinating and executing the performance testing of operating systems, electrical or electronic communication system and inspection of equipment to detect potential defects  * Update and do SCADA development and changes,  * Configure system hardware, software and SCADA to match field related modifications   * Provide technical direction and support to trainees,  * Understand the control philosophy of the process plant,  * Perform standby duties as required,  * Adhere to site DCS standards and good practises  * Any other task as may be delegated upon by the software Superintendent **Job Specific Competencies**   * Good knowledge of digital electronics,  * Excellent knowledge of Siemens PCS7, Siemens TIA  and Step 7  * Working knowledge and understanding of network communication, including TCP/IP, Profibus DP, Profibus PA and Modbus systems; including installation and testing,  * Understanding of system drawings, including GA’s, Wiring schematics, termination diagrams and P&ID’s (Piping and Instrumentation diagrams),  * Excellent knowledge of STL, SCL, FBD, CFC’s and SFC,  * Good knowledge of C, C++ or Visual Basic,  * General knowledge in Osisoft PI Historian,  * General knowledge in Advance control systems,  * Good knowledge in OPC interfaces,  * Strong technical skills related to instrumentation and control,  * Must be familiar with industry bets practises (ISA),  * Working knowledge for new control system installations and control system upgrades will be advantageous,  * Must be able to use job specific hand tools, **Key Job Attributes**  * Excellent communication skills,  * Self-disciplined, motivated and organized,  * Organisational skills and the ability to prioritise your workload.,  * Analytical and decision making skills,  * Be able to perform under pressure,  * Ability to perform troubleshooting on Automation and Control Systems will be advantageous,  * Exceptional skills in the ability to prioritize workload,  * Ability to work un-supervised on different projects simultaneously,  * Ability to multi-task when executing different projects,  **Experience required to perform in this job** * Minimum of 5 years of experience in industrial automated control systems, complex software suites, analog and digital control systems, and Instrumentation with the usage of instruments for data recording and troubleshooting **Qualifications**  * Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Engineering or related qualification;  * Registered member of the Engineering Institute of Zambia (EIZ)  * Ability to register as a member of the Engineering Registration Board of Zambia (ERB)  Visit our website and register for instant job alerts at [careers.first-quantum.com](http://careers.first-quantum.com/) Follow us for the latest news at [LinkedIn](http://www.linkedin.com/company/first-quantum-minerals-ltd/careers)​ If you are already a First Quantum employee and have access to the First Quantum network, log into First Quantum MINE > Careers to apply internally for this opportunity. If you are an employee without network access, contact your Site Recruiter.