Controls Engineer

Role:
Controls Engineer

Location:

Orlando, FL (On-Site)

Experience Level: Mid–Senior

Experience

Required:

5–10+ Years

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree (Electrical Engineering preferred)

Relocation Assistance:
Limited

Visa Sponsorship:
Not Available

Industry: Industrial Automation

An established engineering and system integration firm is seeking an experienced Controls Engineer to lead electrical and control system design on large-scale automation projects.

This role involves full lifecycle control system development — from concept design and hardware selection through programming, commissioning, and client handover. The successful candidate will act as a technical lead on projects and support integrated automation systems across manufacturing and entertainment environments.

• Lead electrical and control system design from concept through commissioning
• Design control systems (hardware, software, and networks) based on project requirements
• Develop electrical panel layouts, power calculations, and system architecture
• Perform hazard analysis and design safety‑critical control systems (SIL/PL knowledge preferred)
• Design redundant system mitigations to improve safety and reliability
• Program and implement DCS/PLC control systems to meet process requirements
• Develop system documentation including:
  • Description of operation
  • Control system design descriptions
  • Panel drawings and schematics
  • Network layouts
  • Test and commissioning plans
• Perform system calculations including short circuit protection, load flow, harmonics, noise mitigation, and ground fault monitoring
• Conduct processor loading calculations, scan time analysis, and I/O timing evaluations
• Troubleshoot control systems and perform root cause analysis
• Support installation, start‑up, and commissioning activities (including off‑shift work when required)
• Interface with multidisciplinary teams including engineers, designers, contractors, and clients
• Provide technical leadership to junior engineers and technicians

• PLC programming (Ladder Logic required; Structured Text required)
• Experience with major industrial platforms (e.g., Allen‑Bradley, Siemens, or equivalent)
• Electrical design experience including panel design and power calculations
• Experience using drafting software (AutoCAD preferred)
• Experience with Ethernet‑based distributed remote I/O systems

• Ladder Logic (required)
• Structured Text (required)
• C++ (preferred)
• Visual Basic (preferred)
• Ability to design efficient, resource‑optimised PLC code
• Experience performing system timing, processor loading, and network delay analysis

• Attractions or ride system design (guest‑facing systems)
• ASTM standards knowledge
• Safety engineering and instrumentation experience
• Experience in manufacturing and industrial automation environments

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (or related discipline with directly relevant controls experience)
• 5+ years of relevant controls engineering experience
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience reviewing and interpreting contract documents and specifications
• Proficient in Microsoft Windows and Office applications

• Travel up to 30% (typically closer to 10%)
• On‑site presence required
• Work environments include office, industrial, and construction settings
• Physical requirements include climbing, lifting, equipment access, and prolonged computer use