Controls Engineer

Dahlen Systems Inc

We're looking for a Controls Engineer who enjoys solving complex problems and seeing their work come to life on the plant floor. This role offers the chance to design, program, and commission automation systems across a variety of industries, using modern tools like Rockwell PLCs, Ignition SCADA, and leading data platforms.

Responsibilities

Design and program control systems using primarily Rockwell PLCs
Develop intuitive HMI/SCADA applications in Ignition, AVEVA, and Rockwell
Integrate plant data using Canary Historian and AVEVA platforms
Take projects from concept through startup and commissioning
Perform FAT/SAT, troubleshoot issues, and optimize system performance
Work directly with clients to deliver practical, high-quality solutions

Qualifications

3-7 years of experience in controls or system integration
Strong PLC programming experience (Rockwell preferred)
Experience with SCADA/HMI development (Ignition a plus)
Knowledge of industrial protocols (EtherNet/IP, Modbus, OPC UA, IO-Link)
Ability to read electrical schematics and think through system design
Willingness to travel 20-30% for commissioning

Nice to Have

Experience with Canary Historian or AVEVA (Wonderware)
Familiarity with MQTT, Sparkplug, or IIoT architectures
Basic scripting or database experience (SQL, Python)
Previous system integrator experience

Why Join Us

Project variety, no repetitive work
Modern technology stack: Ignition, IIoT, and data-driven systems
Ownership: see your work through from design to startup
Strong team of experienced controls engineers
Growth opportunities, technical or into leadership

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