Sr. Industrial Control Systems (ICS) Engineer

We are RED Group, an Industrial Control Systems (ICS) technology development and integration firm specializing in Process Automation, IT/OT Consulting, and Industrial Cybersecurity. Our team of Engineers, Consultants, Programmers, and Technicians provides valuable expertise for efficient and secure ICS/OT environments. Our North Texas office is expanding, and we seek a driven Sr. Industrial Control Systems (ICS) Engineer to join our team.

About The Role

The Sr. Industrial Control Systems (ICS) Engineer is responsible for implementing control systems and DCS/PLC/SCADA programming, including design, development, integration, troubleshooting, commissioning, start-up, and optimization. This role serves as a technical lead on projects, providing guidance to less experienced engineers and supporting their professional development.

Responsibilities

• Program and configure PLC, HMI, DCS, and SCADA systems.
• Design, configure, integrate, and implement automated equipment.
• Develop software/hardware design specifications.
• Design, write, test, and document PLC/HMI software.
• Create Control Narratives, Logic Diagrams, Cause & Effect Diagrams, and Network Diagrams.
• Develop and execute control system validation/testing protocols.
• Troubleshoot, test, and start-up control systems onsite.
• Participate in site visits and meetings as required by project; consult with clients to ensure project success.
• Interact with project managers, team leads, clients, and third parties.
• Mentor other I&C Consultants/Engineers.

Qualifications & Skills

• 10+ years of control systems design and programming experience, focusing on PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems.
• Experience with Modicon PLC programming languages: Control Expert, Unity, Concept.
• Experience with Rockwell Automation Software: Logix Designer, Studio5000, RSLogix5000, RSLogix500.
• OIT/HMI software development: Wonderware, Intellution, FactoryTalk ME/SE, VTScada, Ignition (Perspective & Vision).
• Experience with Ignition Software highly desired; Inductive Automation Ignition Core Certification preferred; Gold Certification a plus.
• Experience with common control system documents (P&IDs, I/O Lists, C&E Matrices, etc.).
• Experience with control systems instrumentation, end elements, and electrical interfaces.
• Experience with start-up and commissioning of automation systems.
• Experience with control system networking technologies (including industrial communications protocols) and PC networking technologies.
• Experience with motor control systems and variable frequency drives (VFD).
• Ability to travel to customer sites in the surrounding area as needed.
• Ability to partner with clients, vendors, and team members to deliver projects.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Embrace core values: Be Dependable, Cultivate Relationships, Strive for Excellence, and foster a strong safety culture.
• Professional Engineering (PE) License a plus.

Benefits

• A collaborative team environment that values your contribution.
• Competitive benefits, flexible schedules, and hybrid work options.
• The stability of a well-established company poised for growth.
• A fun and rewarding career with opportunities for growth and challenge.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

RED Group does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiting or staffing agencies. Agencies must have a current, signed agreement in place prior to submitting candidates.