Controls Engineer
1872 Consulting
Controls Engineer
Location: Raleigh, NC area
Job Type: Full-time, HYBRID
About the Company: A leading employee-owned engineering firm with over 40 years of experience, this company delivers cutting-edge industrial automation and process control solutions across sectors like utilities, pharma, power, and water/wastewater. With a North American presence and a team of 600+ experts, the firm offers deep technical knowledge, flexibility, and a client-centric approach for projects of all sizes. Known for its collaborative culture and hybrid work model, the company fosters innovation and quality in every client partnership.
About the Role
A leading engineering firm is seeking a skilled Controls Engineer for its hybrid role in Kernersville, NC. This role is ideal for professionals passionate about designing and developing control systems across various industries. As a Controls Engineer, you will create and implement control solutions, focusing on PLC, SCADA, and HMI systems to meet project requirements.
Responsibilities
- Design and develop control systems (logic software and hardware) for diverse industry requirements.
- Collaborate on large and small-scale projects, developing control logic software, schematics, and user interfaces.
- Design control system configuration and equipment panel layouts with AutoCAD.
- Support system start-up, commissioning, debugging, and documentation.
- Manage automation projects in power generation, pharmaceuticals, water/wastewater, and data centers.
- Ensure alignment with scope, schedule, budget, and quality standards.
- Develop strong client relationships and work effectively within a team.
Qualifications
- BS in Electrical, Computer, or Chemical Engineering preferred; AA in Engineering Technology or equivalent experience may be considered.
- 7-10 years of experience in control systems, ladder logic programming, and SCADA programming.
- Proficiency in PLC and SCADA systems (e.g., Rockwell FactoryTalk, Wonderware InTouch, Client Proficy).
- Experience with instrumentation and control systems, and familiarity with AutoCAD.
- Strong organizational, time-management, and collaborative skills.
Work Environment
- Hybrid, with on-site client interactions as needed.
- Flexibility for fieldwork in industrial settings and variable travel.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to perform tasks requiring computer usage, fieldwork, and operation of industrial equipment.
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