Controls Engineer

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.