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 the 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

Principal Responsibilities

• 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

Required Qualifications and Skills

• 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, Excel, and 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.

Education and Experience

• 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

Why Join Us
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.

Controls Team Highlights

• 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 utilizing P&IDs (piping and instrumentation diagrams) as the basis for control logic.
• Close collaboration between IMEG's process engineers, controls engineers, and the client is critical to fully understand process requirements and safety needs.
• The team produces functional specifications, implements PLC/SCADA programming, and performs thorough check-out and startup commissioning of the control systems.
• By leveraging modern automation technology, IMEG helps clients achieve efficient, reliable, and safe operation of their industrial processes.

Locations available:

Omaha, NE
Des Moines, IA (remote eligible in this location)

Minneapolis, MN (remote eligible in this location)

Indianapolis, IN

Salary Range: $107,
Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay will be based on several factors including…