Senior Controls Analyst

Job Description

Job Description

Senior Controls Analyst – Addison, TX (#AH1005)

Location: Addison, TX
Employment Type: Full-Time

Overview:
Ash & Harris Executive Search is seeking a Senior Controls Analyst to join a forward-thinking engineering team in Addison, TX . This role demands deep technical expertise in automation platforms such as PLC, HMI, SCADA, and DCS/Delta V, along with leadership skills to guide projects from conception through commissioning. You’ll work closely with customers to deliver innovative, efficient solutions that push the boundaries of control systems engineering.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Project Execution:

• Lead a team of engineers to identify client requirements and develop implementation strategies.
• Oversee system specification, design, implementation, testing, commissioning, and qualification.

Customer Engagement:

• Interface directly with clients to ensure their technical needs are understood and met.
• Maintain strong communication throughout the project lifecycle to ensure customer satisfaction.

System Design & Architecture:

• Develop control system architectures and select appropriate components.
• Produce detailed schematics, technical documentation, and programming deliverables.

Programming & Development:

• Utilize programming languages including Ladder Logic, Sequential Function Chart, Structured Text, VBA, .NET, SQL, and Python.
• Design and implement HMI/SCADA systems tailored to client specifications.

Commissioning & Support:

• Manage on-site implementation and commissioning to ensure seamless system integration.
• Provide post-implementation support and ensure client systems perform reliably.

Innovation & Growth:

• Deliver cutting-edge solutions that enhance business performance and customer experience.
• Contribute to business growth through repeat client engagement and successful project delivery.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Strong technical knowledge of automation platforms (PLC, HMI, SCADA, DCS/Delta V).
• Proficient in controller and HMI/SCADA programming languages.
• Demonstrated experience in managing complex industrial automation projects.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Industrial networking experience is a plus.

Benefits

Salary: $145,000 – $165,000 per year

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Retirement, Paid Time Off