Senior Controls Engineer

Senior Controls Engineer

Our Texas-based consulting firm is seeking an experienced Senior Controls Engineer with 10+ years of experience to support the design, programming, and commissioning of industrial control systems for a variety of industrial facility projects. The successful candidate will provide controls system design and programming services with a primary focus on Rockwell Automation hardware and software platforms. Experience with other platforms, including Siemens, Modicon, and Opto 22, is highly desirable. We invest in and support motivated professionals who are committed to excellence. In return, we offer a competitive salary and benefits package, a generous performance-based bonus program, and outstanding opportunities for career growth and advancement.

Qualifications:

• ABET-accredited engineering degree preferred; equivalent experience and demonstrated technical competence will be considered.
• Experience designing, programming, and commissioning industrial control systems.
• Exposure to industrial electrical power systems is preferred.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with:
• AutoCAD
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word

The ideal candidate will possess excellent problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills. Frequent interaction with clients, suppliers, contractors, and project team members is required. The ability to work independently, research technical and code-related issues, and develop practical engineering solutions is essential. For degreed engineers, successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam is preferred but not required at the time of hire. Candidates should be motivated to pursue Professional Engineer (PE) licensure.

Design and Programming Experience:

• PLC control panel design experience
• Instrumentation selection and wiring diagram creation experience
• Allen-Bradley Logix 500/5000 platform PLC development
• Inductive Automation Ignition
• Aveva System Platform
• FactoryTalk View HMI design
• Working knowledge of principals of operations related to pumps, fans, and mechanical systems.

Preferred Experience:

• Batch Management
• Packaging / Robotics including servo motors.
• Database management including MSSQL and similar platforms.

Responsibilities:

The selected candidate will work with controls engineers and design specialists as part of project-specific teams. Team size will vary based on project scope and complexity.

Leadership & Project Management:

• Lead teams of 2-5 controls engineers across multiple projects.
• Develop and implement automation quality control standards.
• Manage automation project budgets, schedules, and deliverables.
• Coordinate construction and commissioning schedules with project teams and clients.
• Coordination and management of teams in other offices.
• Client Relationship building and support furthering current and future project requirements and opportunities.

Project Engineering:

• Meet with clients to define project scope, gather background information, and establish equipment preferences.
• Perform field investigations to assess existing conditions and coordinate with contractors and code officials.
• Develop engineering solutions to meet client needs and project requirements.
• Select equipment using manufacturer data and engineering best practices.
• Prepare control system designs and project documentation using AutoCAD.
• Develop and edit technical specifications.
• Prepare construction cost estimates.
• Apply applicable mechanical and electrical codes and industry standards.
• Implement quality control procedures to ensure accurate and complete deliverables.
• Present and review designs with client.

Controls Engineering:

• Perform concept development, design, and analysis for projects including:
• Control system platform selection
• Wiring diagrams
• Control panel layouts and elevations
• Elementary and schematic diagrams
• PLC and HMI programming based on internally developed sequences of operation and functional requirements
• Failure mode analyses and matrix development

Construction Administration:

• Respond to contractor requests for information (RFIs).
• Conduct field visits to review construction progress and verify installation compliance.
• Support project execution through startup and commissioning activities.

Startup & Commissioning Support:

• Support controls team members and participate in the following:
• I/O checkout and verification
• Program loading, checkout, and testing
• Functional testing of control strategies, alarms, failure modes, and safety systems
• Troubleshooting and system optimization
• Operator and engineering staff training

Davies Engineering Group is named after the late Gary Davies, an engineer who inspired others to dream bigger, work harder, and do what's right - even if it's not easy. DEG represents the continued growth and evolution of our engineering team, and we show up for our people with the same mindset. With a competitive salary, a generous bonus program, and comprehensive benefits, Davies is continuing to move forward, and we'd love for you to be a part of it.