Automation Controls Technical Designer

Overview

Join Clark Nexsen, a JMT Company, as an Automation Controls Technical Designer. Be part of a dynamic, collaborative team delivering exceptional service to clients while making a meaningful impact on communities and the world through the projects we help bring to life.

Clark Nexsen is seeking an Automation Controls Technical Designer who will perform numerous Controls Engineering-related tasks, including but not limited to assessing, developing, installing, implementing, commissioning, monitoring, and maintaining custom control systems in heavy industrial or manufacturing facilities.

• Perform various aspects of automation controls design including understanding, use, and development of automation/control logic, PLC programs, and graphics for HMI, electrical schematics, P&’s, and wiring diagrams.
• Design and program industrial control systems (ICS) including PLCs, remote I/O, RTUs, and HMI components.
• Collaborate with project teams (electrical engineers, control system programmers, information system programmers, manufacturers, suppliers, and clients) to design, develop, manufacture, install, and deliver integrated automation controls solutions.
• Assist with management of the mechanical portion of projects and work with assigned project managers to meet client budgets, goals, objectives, and deadlines.
• Provide check-out, operational testing, commissioning, start-up, and calibration of controls systems at customer sites, coordinating with the firm’s commissioning services as applicable.
• Provide assessments, troubleshooting, maintenance, redesign, and end-user training to help clients achieve equipment utilization and operational goals.
• Recommend equipment parameters, technical specifications, calibration requirements, and spare parts.
• Prepare, review, and update Standard Operating Procedures for automated equipment and systems.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and Clark Nexsen’s quality control policies and procedures.
• Perform construction phase services on-site, respond to RFIs, review shop drawings, and prepare as-builts as directed.
• Work with, respond to, and take direction from project managers, PICs, Operations Directors, and Senior Management; may act as lead or first-level supervisor when necessary.
• Travel as required.

• Perform design services including Conceptual Studies, process flow diagrams, P&IDs, instrument selection, and control panel design with minimal supervision.
• Coordinate and commission all aspects of industrial controls design and installation as requested by the Design Manager or Project Engineer.
• Develop project schematic designs, design development designs, and construction documents.
• Comply with quality control policies and procedures.
• Provide support during bidding processes.
• Work with senior engineers and project managers; possess excellent communication and technical precision with creative design skills.
• Maintain a client-oriented attitude and dedication to professional development and excellent service.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and mentoring; handle complex issues with minimal supervision.
• Be able to travel and work with minimal supervision as required.

• A high school diploma or GED is required, with 7–18 years of specific experience in design and installation of Automation/Controls systems, including start-up and commissioning, and knowledge of applicable codes/standards.
• An Associate’s, Bachelor’s, or Advanced Degree in automation controls or a related field, or a related certificate, is preferable.
• Experience in Design-Build projects and DOD/Military facilities is a plus.
• Membership in ISA (International Society of Automation) is encouraged.
• Desirable certifications: CAP, CCST, CIMM, NICET (Industrial Instrumentation).
• Ability to effectively utilize current company software for word processing, email, accounting, and information management; familiarity with design and production software and building knowledge of software capabilities and limitations.
• Proficiency with software such as MS Office, Outlook, Visual Basic, Rockwell RSLogix (5/500/5000), Siemens Step 7, various HMI/PLC software, CIP-based protocols,…