Senior Controls Engineer
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Job Location:
Wilmington, DE - USA
Yearly Salary:
$ 110000 - 125000
Posted on:
22 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Controls Engineer to join our growing engineering team in Wilmington MA. This role is ideal for a hands-on engineer who enjoys designing programming and implementing control systems for complex industrial processes and machinery. The position involves working on a variety of exciting projects across multiple industries ensuring top-quality control system performance reliability and efficiency.
You will be responsible for developing system architecture programming PLC DCS and HMI/SCADA systems creating detailed documentation and providing commissioning support at client facilities. This position offers the opportunity to take technical ownership of projects collaborate with cross-functional teams and guide junior engineers.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and implement control systems for industrial processes and machinery
- Develop system architecture and select control components
- Create detailed electrical schematics and technical documentation
- Program PLC DCS and RTU controllers using Ladder Logic Structured Text and other programming languages
- Develop and configure HMI and SCADA systems for process visualization
- Work with industrial databases to archive and display system data
- Support system checkout startup and commissioning at client sites
- Collaborate with clients vendors and internal project teams to deliver high-quality results on time and within budget
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and technicians
- Manage small-scale projects and coordinate engineering activities as needed
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Controls Mechanical Chemical Engineering or Computer Science required
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in control system design programming and implementation
- Strong knowledge of PLC platforms such as Rockwell Automation
- Experience with HMI and SCADA platforms such as Rockwell Automation or Inductive Automation Ignition
- Experience with DCS platforms especially Emerson DeltaV
- Working knowledge of field instrumentation and process control systems
- Familiarity with electrical schematics control panels and NEC standards
- Experience with industrial communication protocols such as Ethernet IP Profibus Modbus HART and Foundation Fieldbus
- Programming experience in or SQL for HMI or SCADA applications preferred
- Understanding of S88 Batch cGMP and 21 CFR Part 11 regulations is a plus
- Experience with GAMP5 methodologies and system validation preferred
- Ability to travel up to 25 percent
Preferred Attributes
- Strong technical leadership and project coordination skills
- Excellent problem-solving and communication abilities
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Client-focused mindset with strong relationship-building skills
Compensation and Benefits
- Competitive salary range: 110000 to 125000 annually
- Comprehensive benefits package including:
- Medical Dental and Vision coverage
- 401(k) with profit sharing
- 100 percent Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Paid Time Off and Holidays
- Tuition reimbursement and referral bonus program
- Short and Long-Term Disability coverage
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts
- Employee Assistance Program and travel assistance resources
Key Skills
- APIs
- C/C++
- Computer Graphics
- Go
- React
- Redux
- Node.js
- AWS
- Library Services
- Assembly
- GraphQL
- High Voltage
