Senior Control Systems Engineer

Description

The Senior Control Systems Engineer is responsible for performing control system design, programming and start up on various industrial projects. The Sr. Control Systems Engineer will be part of a project team from inception through construction completion. The role will act as a discipline lead for control systems on projects, managing internal and external resources as assigned/required.

• Represents the Company at all times with high moral standards while adhering to the Company’s “Code of Business Conduct and Ethics.”
• Leads the design of industrial facility control system hardware. Prepares control system documents such as lists, reports, specifications, test documents, and datasheets.
• May conduct project site startup activities including process control loop checkout and troubleshooting, network performance testing and troubleshooting, and acceptance testing.
• Travel will be required to project sites to support start-up of controls systems.
• Interacts with PM, client, customers, officials, contractors, and others.
• Solicits and reviews bids for all manner of control systems equipment and services for industrial facility FEED and EPC stages.
• Plans and coordinates detailed aspects of engineering work.
• Utilizes and updates template specifications and documents to prepare deliverables.
• Receives guidance, when necessary, on unconventional or complex problems, direction on modified techniques, and new approaches on assignments with conflicting criteria.
• Prepares scopes, budgets, and schedules for assignments.
• Serves as discipline lead on projects, and manages the discipline work to achieve schedule, budget, scope, and quality objectives.
• Designs and conducts experiments and analysis and interprets data.
• Receives general direction on key objectives.
• Manages the preparation of and checks entire control system drawing and specification packages for the construction of large industrial facilities.
• Assists with proposals to provide professional services or obtain funding for engineering projects or programs.
• Independently evaluates, selects, and adapts standard techniques, procedures, and criteria.
• Attends project meetings and presents specific aspects of engineering assignments.
• Leads the design of facility control systems architecture.
• Coordinates tasks with engineers, designers, and administrative staff.
• Routinely prepares progress and status updates for discipline work.

Requirements

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

• Works on multiple projects of moderate size or portions of major projects.
• Applies broad knowledge of principles and practices in a specific practice area.
• Expert proficiency with a variety of 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.)
• Acquires general knowledge of principles, practices of related fields, and ability to function on multidisciplinary teams.
• Fundamental understanding and experience designing and commissioning closed-loop control systems.
• Working knowledge of Variable Frequency Drive setup, programming, and troubleshooting (AB Powerflex in particular)
• Deep understanding of PFD’s and P&ID’s.
• Functional experience with equivalent Automation tools by Schneider Modicon, Siemens, GE and Wonderware / AVEVA System Platform is a plus.
• Fundamental understanding of basic signal analysis and digital filtering techniques
• 6+ years related engineering experience.
• Expert proficiency with Rockwell Automation tools (Factory Talk View, Studio 5000, Historian, etc.)
• Demonstrates strong organizational skills and ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously under time sensitive deadlines.
• Proficiency in ISA standards and PLC programming.
• BS in Engineering required; MS degree preferred. Professional Engineer (PE) is preferred.
• Significant experience designing, programming, and commissioning process control systems including PLC, HMI, DCS, and historian systems.
• Exhibits excellent listening, oral and written skills; ability to prepare and make project related presentations to clients is desirable.
• Formulates and solves problems.
• Demonstrable success in the detailed design of industrial process facility control system architectures, control systems, control panels, networks, software, and field wiring is required.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification is desirable.
• Familiarity with tools and techniques for tracking progress against budget, scope, and schedule.

Benefits

Full-time employees are offered a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, disability benefits, life and AD&D insurance, an employee assistance program (EAP), a 401(k) plan with company match, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), a robust wellness program and adoption assistance.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance