Controls Engineer

Controls Engineer

A well-established engineering and systems integration firm is seeking a Controls Engineer to join its team in Asheboro, NC. This position will be responsible for controls engineering projects involving control system design, control panel design, PLC programming, instrumentation, system checkout, commissioning, and startup support.

The Controls Engineer will work on automation and control system integration projects across multiple industries, including manufacturing production lines and data center building automation. This individual will also serve as a technical lead on projects, provide guidance to engineers and technicians, and manage smaller projects.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement control systems, including logic software and hardware, to meet process and system requirements
• Develop electrical schematics detailing control system configuration and wiring
• Design equipment panel layouts using AutoCAD
• Develop Sequence of Operation documents outlining control strategies for processes under control
• Lead design reviews with customers and obtain approval of design documentation
• Perform system checkout, commissioning, and startup activities at customer sites
• Develop final record documentation and provide system training to customers
• Serve as a technical lead on assigned projects and provide guidance to engineers and technicians
• Work directly with customers, subcontractors, and internal project teams throughout the project lifecycle
• Support automation and controls integration projects across manufacturing and data center environments

Project Management

For smaller projects ranging from approximately $50K to $250K, the Controls Engineer may serve as Project Manager and will:

• Develop and execute project implementation plans
• Assign work and coordinate resources to meet project deadlines
• Ensure project team members clearly understand project scope and responsibilities
• Develop project schedules based on internal and customer requirements
• Monitor project progress and communicate changes as needed
• Manage purchasing and subcontractor requirements
• Develop project costs and prepare proposals for change orders
• Coordinate with customers and internal teams to ensure successful project execution

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering required; Electrical Engineering preferred
• 3+ years of controls and automation experience
• Strong understanding of industrial control systems, components, logic programming, instrumentation, and controls design
• Experience with SCADA platforms such as Rockwell, Inductive Automation Ignition, or AVEVA/Wonderware
• Experience with PLC systems such as Allen-Bradley/Rockwell Automation and Siemens
• Experience with DeltaV, AutoCAD, FANUC, Keyence, or Cognex Vision Systems is a plus
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to effectively work with engineers, technicians, subcontractors, and customers
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 30%

Work Environment

This position involves a combination of:

• Standard office environments
• Customer and on-site office environments
• Industrial and manufacturing environments
• Frequent computer and phone use
• Regular interaction with customers, project teams, subcontractors, and field personnel

Why Work Here?

The company promotes an employee-owner culture focused on professional development, innovation, collaboration, and long-term career growth.

Full-time employees may be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Basic and supplemental life insurance and AD&D
• Long-term disability and voluntary short-term disability
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Health Savings Account
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Referral bonus program
• 401(k) and profit sharing
• 100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Will preparation resources
• Worldwide travel assistance

This job description is intended to describe the principal responsibilities, qualifications, and working conditions associated with the position and is not an exhaustive list of all duties or requirements.