Controls Engineer - III

Job Title

Controls Engineer III

Engineering Manager

Full Time

Exempt

The Controls Engineer III is responsible for leading all phases of a controls project to include concept and research, estimating support, component selection, network design, panel design, layout, device troubleshooting, PLC and HMI programming, on‑site installation and debug, and after‑sales support while working independently. A successful Controls Engineer III has an expert level of knowledge and understanding of the full scope of controls engineering practices, theories, and PLC programming to implement the controls for a project from concept to completion.

The Controls Engineer III serves as a subject matter expert and resource for their team and provides coaching and guidance while working at a job site or in‑office collaboration. To keep their knowledge up‑to‑date, the Controls Engineer III will attend training in the latest controls technology and has the ability to share that knowledge with less experienced controls engineers as well as work collaboratively with the Engineering Manager to provide insight on the latest advancements in the field of controls engineering to implement new standards for the company.

• Expert understanding of AC/DC control systems.
• Use of computer software for design engineering and PLC programming.
• Capable of trouble‑shooting a system and communicating status – verbally and written.
• Assist and support the process for designing and delivering successful control.
• Designing and developing layouts for electrical circuits or systems for power and control distribution.
• Develop/create electrical diagrams with expert level of efficiency.
• Ability to locate and correct mistakes in electrical diagrams developed by others on the team and use this information as a training opportunity for others to foster the continuous improvement of their skills. (Transfer of knowledge)
• Be the controls lead and manage other engineers on project teams.
• Capable of creating functional system test plans for use in field commissioning and provide written descriptions of system operations for technical documents.
• Communicate with other team members effectively and keep Administrative Coordinator advised of schedule; checking and using voicemail and email diligently; and maintaining the team relationship.
• Other responsibilities as needed.

• Office setting and field locations.
• Collaborative, engaging and success driven culture.
• Travel up to 50% or more.

• Sitting for prolonged periods of time when in office.
• Standing and walking for prolonged periods of time when at a jobsite.
• Climbing may be required when working at a jobsite.
• Repetitive typing/data entry.
• Lifting up to 50 pounds.

This position works in office when not traveling to job sites. General office hours are M‑F, 7a‑4p or 8a‑5p. Working hours will vary when working at a job site to meet the requirements of the project as needed.

It is the policy of Sortation Labs, LLC to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy or pregnancy‑related condition, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, citizenship status (if authorized to work in the U.S.), or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

In addition, Sortation Labs, LLC will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities.

• Advanced proficiency in several programming languages and control device networks for PLCs with good aptitude for learning the programming for new/additional systems.
• Ability to read and understand written specifications, as well as contract drawings and be capable of developing a complete design that meets these requirements within the electrical design standards and quotation presented for a project. Has knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and…