Senior Controls Designer

Senior Controls Designer

Based in our Omaha office, this position is also remote eligible for candidates located in the Des Moines, IA or Minneapolis, MN areas. Join IMEG's Controls team as a Senior Controls Designer supporting design and delivery of industrial automation and control systems—from networked control architectures to PLC/SCADA solutions. In this role, you'll collaborate with engineers and senior staff to produce high-quality documentation, support PLC and HMI programming, and provide limited on‑site implementation and commissioning.

• Lead design and engineering for control system projects of all complexities, including network systems, motor starters, PLC/SCADA, and control enclosures
• Collaborate with Controls Project Designers to develop engineering solutions, hardware specs, and submittal documents
• Perform PLC and HMI programming, commissioning, and on‑site implementation as needed
• Ensure quality assurance of all client deliverables and adherence to standards and codes
• Manage and coordinate projects of varying sizes, overseeing scope, schedule, and execution
• Support proposal development by assisting with design scopes, fee estimates, and contract reviews
• Develop and maintain project schedules, tracking milestones and deadlines
• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal teams and clients
• Handle monthly billing, financial reporting, and project forecasting
• Lead design reviews, enforce quality control, and provide timely construction support
• Conduct site visits, manage change orders, and resolve client or construction issues
• Mentor and train staff while building and maintaining strong client relationships

• Strong expertise in design techniques, tools, and production of technical plans and specifications
• Proficient in interpreting and creating controls documentation, including P& (Process & Instrumentation Diagram) drawings and symbols
• Skilled in managing and completing moderately complex control system designs
• Knowledgeable in commissioning processes such as PLC programming, HMI development, IO testing, and drive setup
• Strong technical and analytical skills across all aspects of controls design
• Capable of performing PLC programming and HMI development independently
• Proficient with Adobe and Bluebeam Revu for document handling and markup
• Experienced in mentoring, training, and leading team members
• Able to perform final quality control reviews within area of expertise
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and client relationship‑building skills
• Proficient with MS Office Suite including but not limited to Word, Excel, Outlook
• Ability to travel up to 20% with occasional overnight stays that may range up to a two‑week period
• This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

• Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent required
• 7 years of experience minimum required, 8 preferred, in the control systems automation and instrumentation consulting or construction industry

OR

• Associates degree, or certificate, in Automation and Instrumentation, or Engineering preferred
• 11 years of experience minimum required, 12 preferred, in the control systems automation and instrumentation consulting or construction industry

IMEG puts people first—with a strong focus on career growth, work‑life balance, and meaningful impact. As a 100% employee‑owned firm, we offer the resources of a national design leader with the close‑knit culture of a local office.

You’ll collaborate across disciplines, contribute to innovative, sustainable projects, and shape the communities we serve. Join a team where your ideas are valued, your development is supported, and your work truly matters.

Build end‑to‑end automation solutions that connect controls design, PLC/SCADA implementation, and commissioning support to help clients run safer and more efficient operations.

• IMEG's Automation & Controls group delivers advanced industrial control system design to optimize processes and facility operations.
• They develop process automation solutions that integrate with the mechanical and electrical systems, often…