Project Engineer - Controls

Title: Project Engineer - Controls

Location: Remote from Michigan

Duration: 12 months contract to hire

Pay: $50-$65 +

Overtime is 1.5x

Schedule: 40 hours per week

Start Date: ASAP

Project: Water/Wastewater

Position Summary

The Controls Project Engineer is responsible for supporting the design, implementation, and delivery of instrumentation and control system solutions for industrial and infrastructure-related projects. This role is involved throughout the full project lifecycle, including system programming, engineering design, documentation development, equipment specification, and commissioning support.

The position works in a team-oriented environment and collaborates closely with engineering, operations, and project personnel to ensure projects are completed efficiently and meet technical and operational requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Control Systems Design & Programming

• Design, configure, test, and troubleshoot programmable control systems used in industrial applications
• Review project specifications, process information, and technical requirements to support system development and execution
• Develop control narratives, functional descriptions, and related system documentation
• Assist with the implementation and integration of automation and control solutions across a variety of platforms

Engineering & Technical Documentation

• Create and maintain electrical and control system drawings, including schematics, loop diagrams, layouts, and supporting engineering documentation
• Perform equipment sizing and selection calculations as required for project applications
• Develop and maintain bills of materials and associated technical documentation
• Prepare project deliverables including submittals, design revisions, and engineering documentation packages
• Coordinate with internal teams to support fabrication, assembly, and implementation activities

Project Coordination & Commissioning

• Collaborate with project teams and technical resources throughout all stages of project execution
• Participate in testing, system validation, and startup activities
• Support field commissioning efforts, troubleshooting activities, and performance optimization
• Provide customer support, training, and operational guidance when required

Reporting Structure

This role works alongside engineering leadership and project teams while maintaining regular interaction with cross-functional departments to support successful project execution.

Qualifications & Skills

• Experience working with industrial control systems, automation technologies, and programmable control platforms
• Ability to read and interpret technical specifications, process documentation, and engineering diagrams
• Experience developing engineering drawings and project deliverables
• Knowledge of instrumentation systems, process controls, and analog/digital I/O integration
• Familiarity with SCADA, HMI, or other visualization platforms is beneficial
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving capabilities

Education & Experience

Candidates should possess one of the following combinations of education and experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline with applicable experience
• Associate degree in a technical field with relevant industry experience
• Equivalent combination of practical industry experience and technical education

Preferred Certifications

The following certifications or technical credentials are preferred but not required:

• Automation or controls-related certifications
• Industry-recognized technical certifications
• Comparable training or relevant experience

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work with computers and technical equipment for extended periods
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, and move throughout office and active work environments
• Ability to lift and transport equipment or materials when necessary
• Ability to access elevated work locations and restricted areas when required
• Sufficient visual and auditory capabilities to safely perform job responsibilities

Travel Requirements

• Travel to customer locations and project sites may be required
• Overnight travel may be necessary depending on project schedules and business needs

Work Environment

This role includes both office-based work and active project environments. Employees may occasionally be exposed to changing environmental conditions, operating equipment, elevated work areas, confined spaces, and other field-related conditions. Compliance with all site safety procedures, PPE requirements, and workplace policies is expected at all times.

Apply today if you have experience as a: Controls Engineer, Project Engineer, Controls Project Engineer, Automation Engineer, Instrumentation & Controls Engineer, I&C Engineer, SCADA Engineer, PLC Programmer, Control Systems Engineer, Electrical Controls Engineer, Industrial Automation Engineer, Commissioning Engineer, Systems Integration Engineer, Process Controls Engineer, or Controls Design Engineer.

FootBridge is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive environment where everyone is valued and respected. We make employment decisions based on qualifications and business needs, without discrimination on any basis, and we welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.