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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