Automation Controls Engineer

Job Description Job Description This role is a CONTRACT-TO HIRE position.

Responsible for completing automation and controls efforts across multiple projects, from initial design through commissioning.

This role combines PLC/HMI programming, system design, project coordination, and field support.

Core Responsibilities

Project Leadership
Develop automation scope across multiple concurrent projects
Serve as primary controls contact for internal teams and customers
Interpret P&IDs, specifications, and cause & effect documents
Coordinate with panel shop, design, fabrication, and field teams
PLC & HMI Development
Program PLCs (AB, Emerson, and Various Other Systems)
Develop HMIs (Redlion and Various Systems)
Implement control sequences, interlocks, alarms, and analog control
Build reusable logic (AOIs, scaling structures, modular routines)
Integrate devices via Ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP/RTU, and serial comms
System Design
Understand control narratives and functional descriptions
Design lead/lag systems (compressors, pumps)
Define I/O requirements and support electrical design reviews
Commissioning & Support
Perform system startup and commissioning
Troubleshoot PLC logic, networks, instrumentation, and drives
Support FAT and SAT activities
Verify system performance against design intent

Panel Shop
Review panel designs and BOMs for functionality and compliance
Coordinate between automation and panel build teams
Documentation
Develop and maintain I/O lists, alarm lists, and control narratives
Create standardized templates for repeatable systems
Provide clear documentation for handoff and future support
Business Support & Improvement
Assist with estimating automation scope for proposals
Identify opportunities for system standardization
Support training of team members
Interface with vendors and evaluate technologies

Typical Systems
Instrument air compressor systems (lead/lag control, monitoring)
Water transfer and truck loading facilities
Thermal monitoring systems (FLIR-based)
Packaged industrial control panels and systems

Key Tools & Platforms
Rockwell Automation (Studio 5000, CompactLogix)
Red Lion HMI (Crimson 3.x)
Emerson FB3000
Industrial networking (Ethernet/IP, Modbus, Hirschmann switches)
VFD integration (analog speed control, feedback monitoring)

\nCompany Description Integrity Resources was formed in 2012 as a result of years of staffing experience combined with the need for a better industry model. Where we differentiate from other organizations is that we operate based on relationships. Our approach takes into consideration every aspect of a hiring requirement from BOTH the client and the candidate. Our desire to listen, learn, and understand our customers culture AND specific candidate needs along with our ability to provide exemplary customer service enables us to maintain and develop long term relationships across the staffing industry.
If you don’t believe us, feel free to reach out today....you’ll notice the difference a true business partner makes.
Company Description Integrity Resources was formed in 2012 as a result of years of staffing experience combined with the need for a better industry model. Where we differentiate from other organizations is that we operate based on relationships. Our approach takes into consideration every aspect of a hiring requirement from BOTH the client and the candidate. Our desire to listen, learn, and understand our customers culture AND specific candidate needs along with our ability to provide exemplary customer service enables us to maintain and develop long term relationships across the staffing industry. \nIf you don’t believe us, feel free to reach out today....you’ll notice the difference a true business partner makes.