Controls Engineer

Join a team where engineering, problem-solving, and collaboration drive successful industrial projects. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working across electrical design, controls systems, and project execution in a fast-paced environment.

As a Controls Engineer, you will lead all controls-related efforts for assigned projects, supporting everything from design through commissioning while ensuring high-quality, on-time project delivery.

Duties:
Including but not limited to:

• Lead controls engineering efforts for assigned industrial projects.
• Design control panels for industrial processes.
• Develop I/O lists, I/O wiring diagrams, and electrical schematics.
• Generate bills of material.
• Develop network diagrams and drawings.
• Contribute to construction packages and technical specifications.
• Program industrial Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs).
• Perform application engineering for sensing and control systems.
• Troubleshoot installed systems and resolve engineering issues.
• Collaborate with Project Managers, Process Engineers, and cross-functional teams.
• Coordinate with clients, equipment vendors, and contractors.
• Support project start-up and field commissioning activities.
• Perform design modifications for new and existing electrical installations and power systems.
• Provide technical support, recommendations, and solutions across departments.
• Maintain clear communication with project stakeholders regarding progress and issues.
• Deliver customer support via phone, email, and onsite visits.
• Manage multiple projects while meeting timelines and budget requirements.
• Take initiative in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, or Associate degree with 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Strong knowledge of electrical and networking fundamentals.
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
• Experience with PLC hardware, software, and configuration (Rockwell/Allen Bradley).
• Experience with Factory Talk SE/ME programming.
• Understanding of project workflows, including design, estimating, procurement, and construction support.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Adaptable and able to learn new systems and processes quickly.

Preferred / Desired Experience:

• Experience with Oracle, SQL, or other database programs.
• Understanding of NEC and UL508A standards.
• Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) programming.
• Servo controls experience.
• Server setup and deployment.
• Network design and implementation.
• Industrial managed switch programming.
• SCADA systems experience.
• AutoCAD experience.
• Working knowledge of one-line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, communications systems, control enclosure design, and bills of materials.

Work Environment:

• Primarily office-based with occasional site visits.
• Travel required, approximately 25-50%.
• Prolonged periods of sitting and computer-based work.
• Occasional lifting of objects up to 50 pounds.
• Must have a valid driver's license.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit for extended periods while performing design and programming tasks.
• Occasional standing, walking, bending, and reaching during site visits or inspections.
• Ability to lift and carry tools or equipment up to 50 pounds.
• Visual acuity and manual dexterity for reading schematics and assembling components.
• Ability to travel to client sites and work in industrial environments.

Disclaimer: Please note that we are unable to provide job sponsor ships, including, but not limited to, visas, corp-to-corp arrangements (C2C), or any other form of sponsorship for employment. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.