Controls Engineer
Listed on 2025-12-01
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Engineering
Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineer, Automation Engineering
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Location:
Hackettstown, NJ
Travel: ~10%, including occasional weekends/off-hours as needed
A leading engineering partner to data centers and critical power organizations is seeking a Controls Engineer for its Hackettstown, NJ office. This role centers on PLC programming for low and medium-voltage switch gear control systems (480V to 38kV). Experience with power systems is a plus, but not required.
Key Responsibilities
- Program and configure PLCs (Siemens, GE Fanuc, Emerson) and SCADA/HMI platforms (e.g., Siemens WinCC, Wonderware InTouch).
- Design control systems, including one-line diagrams, schematics, and control panel layouts.
- Integrate and test protection relays, power meters, and automation systems.
- Support Factory and Site Acceptance Testing (FAT/SAT).
- Troubleshoot PLCs, SCADA systems, relays, and power quality equipment.
- Develop technical documentation, including sequences of operation and test protocols.
- Provide training and ongoing technical support to customers and internal teams.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent technical experience.
- 8–10 years of experience in control system engineering with a strong focus on PLC programming.
- Solid understanding of switch gear design, protection relays, and electrical schematics.
- Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and work independently.
- Must pass a background check and comply with drug-free workplace policies.
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Seniority level- Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
- Employment type
Full-time
- Industries Engineering Services, Automation Machinery Manufacturing, and Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
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