Senior Controls Engineer
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Job Summary
Senior Controls Engineer Industrial Automation & System Integration
Orlando FL Onsite Full-Time Direct Hire
Are you a senior-level Controls Engineer who thrives on designing industrial automation systems from the ground up Do you enjoy owning projects from concept programming startup commissioning If youre looking for a hands-on high-impact role working on complex automation systems in manufacturing and large-scale engineered environments this opportunity is built for you.
This role is ideal for an experienced Controls / Automation Engineer who can work independently lead technical execution and support sophisticated systems with minimal ramp-up.
What Youll Be Doing
- Design complete control systems from a blank sheet of paper (hardware software and network architecture)
- Program PLC and DCS systems from scratch (templates acceptable)
- Lead startup troubleshooting commissioning and system integration
- Support electrical panel design power calculations and hardware layouts
- Interface with cross-functional teams including engineers designers and vendors
- Develop detailed technical documentation including:
- Control system design descriptions
- Description of operation / theory of operation
- Panel drawings schematics and network layouts
- FAT/SAT testing and commissioning plans
- Perform system analysis such as:
- Short circuit protection
- Load flow and power consumption
- Ground fault monitoring
- Safety system implementation (SIL / PL preferred)
- Design robust efficient PLC code with diagnostics to prevent secondary faults
- Act as a technical lead mentoring junior engineers and technicians
- Support onsite work during installation and commissioning phases as needed
Work Environment & Travel
- Location: Orlando FL (onsite role)
- Work Model: 100% onsite at project or client locations
- Travel: Up to 30% worst case (typically closer to 10%)
Why This Role Stands Out
- Senior-level hands-on technical role
- Work on complex large-scale automation systems
- Strong technical ownership and long-term project stability
- Blend of PLC programming system design and field execution
- Ideal for engineers who want real engineering work not just support tasks
Important Candidate Requirement
Apply today if youre a seasoned Controls Engineer ready to take ownership of high-level automation projects and make an immediate impact.
Requirements
Required Experience & Qualifications
- 810 years of Controls / Automation Engineering experience
- Strong PLC programming experience from scratch including:
- Ladder Logic (required)
- Structured Text (required)
- Rockwell / Allen-Bradley and/or Siemens platforms
- Hands-on experience with industrial automation manufacturing or system integration
- Solid understanding of control system hardware I/O panels and field devices
- Proven experience with startup commissioning and troubleshooting
- Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering or closely related field
- Experience working with ethernet-based distributed I/O systems
- Comfortable working 100% onsite and collaborating with technical project teams
Nice to Have (Not Required)
- Experience in safety-critical or regulated environments
- Knowledge of ASTM standards safety engineering or SIL / PL concepts
- AutoCAD experience for electrical or controls documentation
- Exposure to multiple PLC programming languages beyond ladder logic
- Technical leadership or mentorship experience
Benefits
- Full Medical Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- 401(k)
Required Skills:
Required Qualifications (Must Have) Active Architectural License (NCARB preferred) 18 years of experience in higher education architectural design and leadership Professional Architecture Licenses beyond Maryland (Mid-Atlantic / Southeast regions) LEED AP Accreditation SCUP Membership Proven success in business development and client relationship growth Experience managing large-scale projects ($10M$50M) from concept to completion Strong leadership communication and mentorship abilities Proficiency in architectural design and graphic modeling tools: Revit SketchUp Adobe Suite Preferred Experience Background in large enterprise architecture or civil engineering firms (500 employees or equivalent scale) Demonstrated career stability with progressive leadership responsibility Experience working closely with higher education institutions and campus planning teams Strong understanding of sustainable design and higher education facilities planning Work Environment This is a hybrid role based in Hunt Valley Maryland requiring on-site presence at least three days per week. The role is primarily office-based with occasional site visits. A professional collaborative work environment is provided and reasonable accommodations may be made as needed.
Required Education:
-Bachelors Degree in Architecture or related field-18 years of experience in higher education architectural design and leadership-Experience working closely with higher education institutions and campus planning teams
Company Industry
IT Services and IT Consulting
Key Skills
- APIs
- C/C++
- Computer Graphics
- Go
- React
- Redux
- Node.js
- AWS
- Library Services
- Assembly
- GraphQL
- High Voltage
