Control Systems Senior Engineer I

Position Overview

The Senior Control Systems Engineer I is responsible for performing control system design, programming, and start up on various industrial projects. The role is part of a project team from inception through construction completion and acts as the discipline lead for control systems, managing internal and external resources as required. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Key Responsibilities

• Actively supports the Company’s commitment to safety and its “Core Values.”
• Represents the Company with high moral standards while adhering to the “Code of Business Conduct and Ethics.”
• Applies broad knowledge of principles and practices in a specific practice area.
• Independently evaluates, selects, and adapts standard techniques, procedures, and criteria.
• Acquires general knowledge of related fields and functions effectively on multidisciplinary teams.
• Works on multiple projects of moderate size or portions of major projects.
• Designs and conducts experiments, performs analysis, and interprets data.
• Formulates and solves complex problems.
• Coordinates tasks with engineers, designers, and administrative staff.
• Plans and coordinates detailed aspects of engineering work.
• Prepares scopes, budgets, and schedules for assignments.
• Assists with proposals for professional services or project funding.
• Receives general direction on key objectives and guidance for complex problems when necessary.
• Interacts with project managers, clients, customers, officials, contractors, and others.
• Attends project meetings and presents aspects of engineering assignments.
• Serves as discipline lead on projects, managing work to meet schedule, budget, scope, and quality objectives.
• Prepares progress and status updates for discipline work.
• Leads the design of facility control systems architecture.
• Solicits and reviews bids for control systems equipment and services during FEED and EPC stages.
• Leads the design of industrial facility control system hardware and prepares related documents such as lists, reports, specifications, test documents, and datasheets.
• Utilizes and updates template specifications to prepare deliverables.
• Manages and verifies entire control system drawing and specification packages for large industrial facilities.
• Conducts project site startup activities including process control loop checkout, network performance testing, troubleshooting, and acceptance testing.
• Performs other related duties as directed.

Required Qualifications

• BS in Engineering is required.
• 6+ years of related engineering experience.
• Deep understanding of Process Flow Diagrams (PFD’s) and Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID’s).
• Proficiency in ISA standards and PLC programming.
• Demonstrable success in the detailed design of industrial process facility control system architectures, control systems, control panels, networks, software, and field wiring.
• Significant experience in designing, programming, and commissioning process control systems including PLC, HMI, DCS, and historian systems.
• Expert proficiency with various programming techniques (Ladder logic, Function Block, Structured Text, etc.).
• Functional knowledge of various communications protocols (Ethernet IP, Control Net, Modbus RTU/TCP, Profibus, Profinet, etc.).
• Expert proficiency with Rockwell Automation tools (Factory Talk View, Studio 5000, Historian, etc.).
• Working knowledge of Variable Frequency Drive setup, programming, and troubleshooting (especially AB Powerflex).
• Fundamental understanding and experience in designing and commissioning closed-loop control systems.
• Understanding of basic signal analysis and digital filtering techniques.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks under time-sensitive deadlines.
• Excellent listening, oral, and written communication skills.
• Willingness to work occasional overtime and travel to project sites.

Preferred Qualifications

• MS degree preferred.
• Professional Engineer (PE) certification is preferred.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification is desirable.
• Experience with equivalent automation tools by Schneider, Siemens, GE, and Wonderware.
• Experience working within a computer-aided engineering (CAE) platform is preferred.
• Experience preparing FEED study deliverables and cost estimates is preferred.
• Familiarity with tools and techniques for tracking progress against budget, scope, and schedule.
• Ability to prepare and present project-related presentations to clients is desirable.

Benefits & Perks

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents
• Disability benefits and life and AD&D insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Robust wellness program
• Adoption assistance