Senior Controls Engineer - Yeah! Global

Note: This job does not offer visa sponsorship.

Job Description:

One of our clients is seeking a Controls Engineer to join our team at their Addison, TX office. This role requires demonstrated technical expertise in implementing automation solutions using PLC, HMI, SCADA, and DCS/DeltaV platforms. The Controls Engineer will work closely with customers and lead a team of engineers to identify requirements, develop specifications, and implement, test, commission, and qualify automation solutions. This is a leadership role within our business unit, requiring strong problem-solving skills, excellent interpersonal abilities, a knack for business efficiency, and a passion for building partnerships. Success in this role is demonstrated by securing repeat business with both new and existing clients.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement innovative automation solutions and design standards, either independently or as a team leader.
  
• Conceptualize, detail, and implement control systems for industrial processes and machinery to meet customer requirements.
  
• Design control system architectures, select components, create schematic diagrams and system documentation, program controllers (PLC, DCS/DeltaV), and develop HMI/SCADA visualizations.
  
• Implement databases for archiving and displaying historical system data, and commission control systems at client facilities.
  
• Utilize programming languages such as Ladder, Sequential Function Chart, Structured Text, and others, with preferred knowledge in VBA, .NET, SQL, and Python for HMI/SCADA systems.
  
• Design, detail, and implement networking solutions, including fiber, wired, and wireless systems using industrial protocols (Ethernet/IP, Profinet, Modbus, etc.).
  
• Manage projects by developing execution plans, work breakdown structures, scheduling, budgeting, and tracking financials, while leading and supporting the project team.
  
• Oversee project operations and activities for projects up to $10M, ensuring profitability and effective execution.
  
• Act as a technical lead, guiding engineers and technicians, and potentially serve as Project Manager on smaller projects.
  

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Control Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent experience.
  
• Experience: 8+ years in automation, with expertise in:
  
• Emerson DeltaV platform and PLC-5 to ControlLogix conversions.
  
• PLC hardware/software platforms such as Rockwell Automation, Siemens, and Modicon.
  
• HMI/SCADA platforms including Rockwell Automation FactoryTalk, Aveva System Platform, Inductive Automation Ignition, GE iFIX, and Siemens WinCC.
  
• DCS platforms like Emerson DeltaV or similar.
  
• Project management, preferably with PMP certification.
  
• Understanding of Batch/Recipes, OEE, MES, and ERP systems.
  
• Experience in industries such as Semiconductor, Life Sciences, Building Automation, Food and Beverage, Water Treatment, and general manufacturing.
  
• Electrical schematic and control panel design, including power distribution under 480VAC, with knowledge of NEC standards.
  
• Proficiency in AutoCAD is preferred.
  
• Proven leadership in guiding teams to provide control system solutions and mentoring junior engineers.