Controls Engineer; Data Center
Job in
Sandston, Henrico County, Virginia, 23150, USA
Listed on 2026-05-11
Listing for:
Zachary Piper Solutions
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-05-11
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Systems Engineer, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineer, Automation Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: Sandston
Responsibilities of the Controls Engineer:
- Originate design documents for small projects and support large-scale automation programs
- Develop narrative design documents, requirements analyses, and subsystem designs (CAD, panel layouts, wiring diagrams, SCADA screens, hardware, and communications)
- Prepare engineering specifications and perform QA/QC reviews of design work.
- Plan and design procedures, fixtures, and tools for integrated systems factory testing
- Lead programming/configuration efforts for complex automation and SCADA applications
- Program, configure, and troubleshoot PLCs, RTUs, and HMI systems
- Author testing and commissioning procedures; perform testing, troubleshooting, and system deployment
- Prepare test reports and originate test procedures for internal and field activities
- Commission deployed automation and SCADA systems in field environments
- Develop test fixtures and simulation tools for system validation
- Perform factory and field testing, including diagnostics and verification
- Execute hardware/software upgrades and system replacements
- Conduct site surveys, inspections, and client facility tours as needed for estimates
- Prepare cost estimates for small projects and assist senior engineers with proposal efforts
- Support evaluation and pricing of change orders
- Assign technical tasks and coordinate activities with entry-level engineers and technical staff
- Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years of experience
- Experience reading electrical and control schematics and plans
- Hands‑on experience with control system startup, configuration, calibration, and troubleshooting
- Proficiency using hand tools, testing/calibration equipment, and automation‑specific software
- Experience with computer networks and CAD/CAE software (AutoCAD, EPLAN)
- Proficiency with standard office software (Word, Excel, etc.)
- Strong skills in ladder logic and structured text programming
- Ability to troubleshoot complex automation issues
- Proficiency designing, programming, and troubleshooting PLCs or DDCs from at least one platform, including:
- Siemens SIMATIC
- Allen‑Bradley Rockwell (Plant
PAx preferred) - Schneider Modicon
- Tridium Niagara
- ABB (AC500, AC800M)
- Omron
- KMC Controls
- Johnson Controls (Metasys / FX)
- Honeywell WEBS
- Siemens Desigo/Apogee
- Distech
- Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories
- GE Intelligent Platforms
- Preferred proficiency designing, programming, and troubleshooting SCADA solutions from at least one platform, including:
- AVEVA/Wonderware InTouch or System Platform
- Ignition
- GE Digital (iFIX, CIMPLICITY)
- Siemens WinCC
- Rockwell Factory Talk View
- AVEVA Citect
- Intellution FIX
32/HMI
32 - VTScada
- AVEVA OSIsoft PI Historian
- Preferred certifications: DBIA, CSSA, CAP, EIT, PLC/automation vendor certifications, SCADA vendor certifications
- Salary range: $90,000-$120,000 depending on experience
- Full benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, Paid Holidays, Sick Leave as required by law
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