Controls Engineer

Controls Engineer 2

Location:Waynesboro, GA
Contract- 3 Year

Client Southern Nuclear

We are seeking a skilled Controls Engineer to support multiple power and industrial projects. The ideal candidate will have 5–7 years of experience with control systems, including field wiring, control narrative development, and system startup. This position involves both engineering design and field work and requires strong collaboration with plant personnel, engineering teams, and vendors.

• Provide technical support across multiple control system projects.

• Perform and assist with site walkdowns and field inspections.

• Check field cables and wiring for accuracy and safety compliance.

• Develop I/O lists and control system documentation.

• Assist in system startup and commissioning support.

• Create layout and conceptual design drawings.

• Prepare cost estimates for control system sub-disciplines.

• Review and markup control narratives and diagrams.

• Collaborate effectively with plant staff, design engineers, and vendors.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Control Systems, or related engineering field.

• 5–7 years of relevant experience in control system engineering.

• Solid electrical knowledge and experience with one or more platforms:

  • Ovation, Foxboro, ABB, or PLC-based systems.

• Strong field experience including cable checking and wiring verification.

• Experience with control narrative development and document markup.

• Familiarity with developing cost estimates and project budgeting.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

• Proven ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams.

• Experience with startup and commissioning in power generation or industrial facilities.

• Experience developing or checking I/O databases and instrumentation details.

• Ability to travel to field locations as needed.