Automation and Controls Engineer
2 weeks ago
The Automation and Controls Engineer will be responsible for designing, programming, and maintaining automated power and HVAC control systems. This role requires hands-on experience with HMIs, SCADA systems, remote sensors, PLC programming, and power system controls. The ideal candidate will also have expertise in control panel design, assembly, installation and troubleshooting, as well as strong skills in manual writing and field installation.
This is a full-time, office-based position located in the Raleigh/Wake Forest, NC area. Occasional travel (approximately 10-20%) to jobsites located in the continental U.S is required. Per diem and travel subsistence provided per company guidelines.
Specific responsibilities include:
Design and Development:
- Design and develop control systems, including HMIs, SCADA systems, and PLCs, to meet project requirements.
- Create and implement control panel designs, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
Programming and Configuration:
- Program and configure PLCs to control and monitor industrial processes.
- Develop and integrate SCADA systems for real-time data acquisition and process control.
System Integration:
- Integrate remote sensors and other field devices into control systems.
- Ensure seamless communication between control systems and other facility systems.
Installation and Commissioning:
- Oversee and perform field installations of control systems and associated equipment.
- Coordinate with other engineering teams and contractors to ensure successful system installation and commissioning.
Troubleshooting and Maintenance:
- Provide technical support for troubleshooting and resolving issues with control systems and field equipment.
- Perform regular maintenance and updates to ensure system reliability and performance.
Documentation:
- Write and maintain detailed manuals, technical documentation, and system specifications.
- Document design changes, system configurations, and troubleshooting procedures.
Project Management:
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring adherence to timelines and budget constraints.
- Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and clients to achieve project goals and deliverables.
Skills/Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in automation and controls engineering, with hands-on experience in HMIs, SCADA, PLC programming, and power system controls.
- Proficiency in control panel design, assembly, and installation.
- Strong knowledge of remote sensors and their integration into control systems.
- Experience in writing technical manuals and documentation.
- Excellent troubleshooting skills with a strong analytical mindset.
- Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Familiarity with industry standards and best practices in automation and controls.
- Relevant certifications in automation and controls (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley) are a plus.
- Proficiency in Schneider Electric EcoStruxure Control Expert Small V16, Schneider Electric EcoStruxure Machine Expert Basic, and Vijeo Designer 6.3.
- Knowledge of MS Office, Project and AutoCAD required.
· Previous Federal/IDIQ contract experience preferred.
- Working knowledge of UL, NEMA, OSHA and NEC standards.
· Ability to pass a federal background check.
· Ability to travel.
· Excellent oral and written communication skills.
· Ability to make independent decisions in planning, organizing, and coordinating to develop solutions to complex problems.
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