Senior Controls Engineer

• Hybrid
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: SENIO
  002397

At SSR, we’re more than a leading engineering design, consulting, and planning firm—we’re a team of owners committed to solving complex projects and delivering innovative solutions for facility and infrastructure challenges. With locations across the U.S. and expertise spanning diverse markets and services, our collaborative approach empowers us to build lasting partnerships with each other, our clients, and our communities.

We believe high performance and a people-first culture go hand in hand. As an owner from day one, our colleagues thrive in an environment that values accountability, celebrates achievement, and supports personal and professional growth. As owners, we take pride in our work and in each other—driving results while fostering a workplace where everyone feels seen, supported, and inspired.

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As a Senior Controls Engineer, you’ll lead the design, programming, and commissioning of industrial and municipal control systems—integrating PLCs, HMIs/SCADA, instrumentation, and variable‑speed drives—while coordinating across disciplines and keeping projects on schedule, on budget, and aligned with client and code requirements.

• Assume responsible charge for controls projects within your experience and expertise; upholdSSR quality and safety standards.
• Design, install, and commission new control systems; execute modifications and upgrades;troubleshoot existing systems to restore performance.
• Apply strong knowledge of NFPA, NEC, UL, OSHA, ISA, NEMA, IEC, and ANSI as they pertain to industrial control panel design and installation.
• Review historical/trend data and prepare clear written reports that explain findings and recommended actions.
• Coordinate designs with other disciplines to determine equipment needs, develop operating procedures, and provide technical information.
• Attend meetings with owners, clients, contractors, and specialists; document decisions andaction items.
• Lead and document job‑site visits to verify field conditions, take measurements, and observe installation progress.
• Coordinate with authorities, utilities, and municipalities to incorporate health/safety regulations and quality standards.
• Develop man‑hour budgets with the Project Manager; plan work to schedule/budget and provide regular updates.
• Assist with proactive QA/QC plans; review drawings, control narratives, IO lists, and test plansbefore issue.
• Coordinate with suppliers, contractors, and clients to refine scope and cost; participate inproposals and client presentations.
• Coach and develop less‑experienced staff; assist technical leaders in designing/executinginternal trainings; provide input during reviews.
• Engage in professional organizations and client groups to enhance SSR’s technical reputation;pursue continuous learning.

• Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field from an ABET accredited college and eight years of experience in Automation and Control System Engineering
• Licensed as a Professional Engineer
• Extensive experience with multiple PLC systems (Rockwell Automation preferred)
• Extensive experience with multiple SCADA/HMI software packages (RA Factory Talk, GE iFIX, and Schneider Wonderware preferred)
• Extensive experience with the specification and installation of variable speed drives
• Extensive industrial experience in control system design, instrumentation, installation and troubleshooting, process control, and variable speed drives
• Demonstrated a consistent ability to successfully manage projects and customers
• Experience with AutoCAD or other relevant design tools preferred
• Experience in food & beverage, chemical, petrochemical, and water/wastewater treatment preferred

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Outlook).
• Thorough knowledge of control system design and process instrumentation; DCS/PLC;
• SCADA/HMI packages; architectures and communication protocols.
• Thorough knowledge of installation and troubleshooting practices; ISA, NFPA, UL, NEC and related codes/standards.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD; ability to…