Control Systems Engineer

Control Systems Engineer Pay Range $117,572 to $138,319 Location Colorado Springs, CO Date First Posted 12/5/25 Applications are being accepted through: 12/15/25*If no date is displayed, applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis; however, this job posting may close at any time after a minimum of 5 days of being posted. Control Systems Engineer Our Operations Technical Services Department is looking to strengthen its System Monitoring, Diagnostics, and Controls Group by adding a skilled Control Systems Engineer. This role is ideal for someone with hands-on experience in all facets of control systems— including instrumentation, automation, design, installation, and maintenance. If you’re passionate about engineering excellence and want to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you As the Control Systems Engineer, you will have the opportunity to lead the design, installation, commissioning, and continuous improvement of control systems for a variety of industrial process applications across our four service lines (electric, gas, water, and wastewater). In this job, you will support all service lines with automation and control system needs. You will engage with operations, maintenance, and engineering staff to ensure the reliable operation of critical utility processes.This position will be filled at the Engineer III level.Key Focus Areas:Technical lead for the design, installation, commissioning, and maintenance of control systems upgrades, new installations, and modifications in a variety of industrial process settingsProject management for control system projectsSupport the implementation and maintenance of cybersecurity requirements within the control networksProvide technical guidance and direction for the standardization of control systems and operational technology network architecture throughout the enterpriseSpecification and procurement of control systems, instrumentation, and supporting equipmentProvide guidance to support troubleshooting, control loop tuning, and control strategy optimization Analyze plant processes, to design and implement improvementsDevelop, review, and approve testing processes and proceduresDevelop technical training material and provide mentoring for engineering staff to broaden the section's control system knowledge and capabilitiesProgram and configure in a variety of industrial automation applications, including DCS, PLC, HMI, SCADA, and databasesPrepare, maintain, and submit reports; perform a technical review of engineering reports from junior engineers and outside consultantsPerform short and long-range planning on future projectsTrain field and support engineers and serve as a resourceWho You Are...An energetic self-starter with a focus on continuous improvement, enjoys working in a collaborative environment, and possesses strong communication skills with proficiency in control systems in one or more of the following industries: energy, utilities, oil/gas, or other industrial process areas. Additionally, a Bachelor of Engineering degree is required; an ABET-accredited program is highly preferred.A valid, unrestricted driver's license is required for this role.Additionally, the ideal candidate will have experience with the following:Highly desired:Programming and/or configuration of the PLC, DCS, and HMI environments, including but not limited to Emerson Ovation, Emerson DeltaV, GE Mark VIe, Allen-Bradley, GE Cimplicity, FactoryTalk SE and ME Information technology infrastructure components as they relate to industrial automation systems Experience with Modbus, LON, Ethernet IP, Profibus, Foundation Fieldbus and other industrial communication protocols Valued:IT/OT interface with experience specifically dealing with cybersecurityHardware and software design development for process and energy-based applicationsControl system lifecycle phasesExperience with safety instrument system (SIS) design, development and installation. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS:Exerts up to 20 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force frequently, and/or a small amount of force constantly to move objects. Physical demands exceed those required for Sedentary Work. Even though the weight lifted may be only a small amount, a job should be rated Light Work when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree or when it requires sitting most of the time, but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls and/or when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those materials is small. NOTE: The constant stress and strain of maintaining a production rate pace, especially in an industrial setting, can be and is physically demanding work even though the amount of force exerted is negligible.Positions in this class typically require climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions. Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, vibrations, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, workspace restrictions and intense noises.The military job codes/duty codes most closely related to this role are: 120A, 12A, 51S, 881A, 32E1, 32E2, 32E3, 32E4, 32EX, 5311, 5904, 5310, 122, 5960, 8004, 144, 1301, 1302, 1310, 2070, 6004, 6005, 9620, 9622, 9624, 9626, 9630, 9631, 9632 Our Commitment to Our Employees…Our people are the heart and soul of Colorado Springs Utilities. They keep the lights on, gas flowing, water coming in, and wastewater leaving. We don't just say people are important – we prove it That’s why we are honored to invest in protecting the health and financial security of our employees and their families through our rich benefits program.Time Off to RechargeVacation – Start with 13 days annually, increasing to 24 days with tenurePersonal Leave –3 days per yearPaid Holidays –12 paid holidays per yearSick Leave – 12 days per year for personal or family health needsVacation Buy – Option to purchase up to 40 additional hours annuallyHealth & Wellness – Benefits elected are effective the first of the following monthMedical Plans: Three comprehensive options, including a $0 premium High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with Health Savings Account (HSA) eligibilityZero Health: Access to hundreds of medical services at no costDental & Vision: Two dental plans and one vision planFamily Building-Benefits: Support for fertility, preservation, adoption, and surrogacyWellness Program: A voluntary program that rewards you for prioritizing self-care If you're enrolled in a our medical plan, you and your spouse can earn up to $600 in HRA or HSA contributions by completing healthy activitiesFlexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Pre-tax contributions for healthcare and dependent care expensesHealth Savings Account (HSA): Available with HDHPFinancial & Retirement SecurityPension Plan: Colorado PERA provides retirement benefits and peace of mindSupplemental Retirement Plans: PERAPlus 401(k), MissionSquare Roth IRA, and 457 plansDisability Coverage: Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance availableLife Insurance: Employer-paid coverage with optional supplemental plansLong-Term Care Insurance: Available for purchase to support extended care needsAdditional SupportEmployee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support for mental health, stress, legal, financial, and work-life balanceTuition Reimbursement: Up to $5,250 annually to support continued educationPublic Service Loan Forgiveness: As a qualifying employer, your student loan payments may be eligible for loan forgiveness