Lead Control Systems Engineer

Overview

Works directly with customers to define functional requirements and design, configure, commission and qualify control systems.

Responsibilities

  • Owns and leads projects with small to medium sized teams for projects executed in different platforms.
  • Assists Project Manager in identifying changes in project scope and developing change orders.
  • Demonstrates an understanding of the project scope and schedule.
  • Translates functional requirements to system configuration.
  • Designs control/information system network architectures and control strategies.
  • Serves as a technical contact for customers.
  • Has a firm competency of one or more control/information system platforms or industrial processes.
  • Adapts to new technologies by applying learned concepts and functionality.

Day to Day Activities:

  • Interfacing with the clients in design meetings and conference calls
  • Working with the project team leading less experienced engineers and taking direction from the project manager or lead engineer
  • Programming of control and information systems
  • Designing electrical control cabinets and panels
  • Testing the system configuration to verify functions
  • Travel to client site for project meetings
  • Travel to client site for system commissioning

Qualifications

  • 2-8 years of experience in automation/information systems
  • Experience in common platforms, preferred systems below:
    • Rockwell
    • AVEVA PI
    • Ignition
    • System Platform/InTouch
  • Understanding of control system design and coding
  • Self-motivated, excellent communication skills, and enjoy working with people
  • B.S. in Electrical, Chemical, or Computer Engineering or Engineering Technology or related degree

Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Competitive Base Salary: $90,000–$129,000, depending on experience

  • Performance Bonuses: Bonus structure designed to reward results

  • Travel Perks: Travel incentives + per-diem packages for field assignments

  • Full Benefits Package: Medical, dental, and vision coverage

  • Retirement Ready: 401(k) with company match

  • Time Off: Generous PTO which includes vacation, holidays, and unlimited personal time

  • Grow With Us: Ongoing training, certifications, and professional development support