Controls System Engineer

Responsibilities

• Design, program, and commission PLC, DCS, and SCADA systems for industrial processes and machinery
• Develop and maintain control system architecture, including hardware selection, software logic, and HMI development
• Perform system modeling, simulation, and analysis to optimize control strategies (PID tuning, feedforward, etc.)
• Conduct Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) for new and modified systems
• Troubleshoot and resolve control system faults, minimizing downtime and production impact
• Create and maintain technical documentation including control narratives, cause-and-effect matrices, loop diagrams, and I/O lists
• Collaborate with process engineers to translate process requirements into control system specifications
• Ensure all systems comply with applicable safety standards (IEC 61511, IEC 62443, NFPA 79, etc.)
• Provide technical support and training to operations and maintenance staff
• Participate in hazard reviews (HAZOP, SIL assessments) and implement safety instrumented functions (SIF)

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
• 3+ years of experience in controls systems design and implementation
• Proficiency in PLC programming (e.g., Rockwell/Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Schneider Electric) using IEC 61131-3 languages
• Experience with SCADA/HMI platforms (e.g., Ignition, FactoryTalk, WinCC)
• Solid understanding of industrial communication protocols (EtherNet/IP, Modbus, Profibus, OPC-UA)
• Familiarity with instrumentation, field devices, and process control fundamentals
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with distributed control systems (DCS) such as DeltaV, Honeywell Experion, or ABB 800x
• Knowledge of functional safety standards and SIL verification
• Exposure to Industry 4.0 concepts, IIoT integration, or edge computing
• PE license or ISA Certified Control Systems Technician (CCST) certification

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Competitive Salary
• Retirement Plan
• Stock Options
• Additional Perks