Automation and Controls System Engineer

1 day ago

Houston, Texas, United States Comal Services Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

Job Title: Automation and Control Systems Engineer

Seeking a highly skilled Automation and Control Systems Engineer to join a pioneering team in the data acquisition technology sector. This is an exciting opportunity to apply your expertise in PLC programming and system design to mission-critical industrial equipment. If you thrive on technical challenges, enjoy cross-functional collaboration, and are driven to deliver robust, high-performance automation solutions, we encourage you to explore this role.

Key Responsibilities

  • Designing, selecting, and configuring new PLC-based control systems, specifically leveraging Siemens and WAGO hardware and software platforms.
  • Developing, testing, and validating automation logic and systems using modern development environments such as Siemens TIA Portal and CODESYS.
  • Integrating control systems with field devices and other networks using industrial communication protocols (ProfiNet, Modbus, OPC UA, etc.).

Required Qualifications

  • Demonstrated experience in the full lifecycle of PLC-based control system design and implementation.
  • Proficiency with Siemens TIA Portal for development, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
  • Experience with CODESYS development environment, particularly version 3.5.
  • Skill in designing Human-Machine Interfaces (HMI) using tools like WinCC or CODESYS Visualization.
  • Ability to travel 5-10% to provide technical support and troubleshooting for systems in the field.

Why Work With Comal Services:

  • Weekly pay, W-2 employment, and full compliance
  • Access to medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • Long-term opportunities across Texas and beyond

This role offers a unique opportunity to design and deploy critical automation technology that directly impacts real-time data acquisition and industrial operations.

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Job Type: Contract

Work Location: In person

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