Remote Controls Engineer III

Overview

Location: US‑TX‑Midland

Position : 2025‑1712

Remote: No

Category: Engineering

Position Type: Full‑Time

The Company

Since 1974, Shermco has become North America’s largest and fastest growing NETA‑accredited electrical testing organization. With safety encouraged as a personal core value for every employee, our focus is to make sure electrical power systems are functioning properly and safely. Add to that our Professional Engineering Group, Rotating Machinery Division, Renewable Energy Services, Systems Integration Services, and Field Repair and local Repair Service Centers, places Shermco in a position to handle all things electrical.

All done with an emphasis on safety and client service, supported throughout every level of the company. If it’s in the electrical power system, Shermco does it.

That’s why we say… One Line. One Company.

Shermco Systems Integration is seeking a Controls Engineer who will be responsible for the design, development, and implementation of control systems for various applications, ensuring efficient and safe operation by using automation, programming, critical‑thinking, and problem‑solving skills.

Join our team of leaders in controls, systems integration, electrical construction, and engineering! Due to continued growth, we are seeking safety‑focused and experienced teammates with industrial field experience and strong knowledge of industrial control systems. We offer the opportunity to develop and utilize a broad skill set at an accelerated pace. Shermco is an industry‑leading turnkey systems integration firm and is an ideal fit for smart, motivated individuals who want to continuously learn, develop, and solve complex problems.

Our team works in a dynamic, safety‑focused environment where there are no limits on personal or professional growth.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Safety‑Focused: Establish and maintain behaviors that demonstrate Safety as a Personal Core Value.
• System Design & Development: Design, develop, and implement control systems for various applications, including network architecture, cause and effect diagram, and control philosophy for a complete automation and process control system. Utilize knowledge of control theory, automation, and programming to create efficient and reliable systems.
• Programming & Implementation: Program and configure PLCs, HMIs, and other control devices. Develop and implement control algorithms and software. Utilize graphical programming languages such as Ladder Logic and FBD (Function Block Diagram).
• Testing & Troubleshooting: Test and validate control systems to ensure they meet performance requirements. Troubleshoot and diagnose control system issues. Implement solutions to improve system performance and reliability.
• Startup & Commissioning: Install, configure, and test software systems on‑site, ensuring they function according to specifications and customer needs, often collaborating with other specialists and clients.
• Performance Optimization: Evaluate system performance and identify areas for improvement. Implement solutions to increase production efficiency and reduce downtime.
• Collaboration & Communication: Collaborate with other engineers, technicians, project managers, and stakeholders to ensure successful project outcomes. Communicate technical information clearly and concisely.
• Ensure that control systems are designed and implemented safely. May be responsible for implementing safety protocols and procedures.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering/Computer Science or equivalent experience preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience in control systems and startup/commissioning.
• Strong understanding of control theory, automation, and programming, with the ability to identify, analyze, and solve complex technical problems while paying close attention to detail and ensuring accuracy.
• Experience with low‑voltage controls.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English, both verbally and in writing, and to interact with customers and coworkers.
• Ability to work safely and a willingness to contribute to a safety‑focused team.
• Strong mathematical…