Automation & Controls Engineer

DNV; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Medical and dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Education reimbursement

Life insurance and disability

Volunteer time off

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

DNV is seeking an Automation & Control Systems Engineer to support advanced control system implementation for utility, renewable energy, and industrial infrastructure projects. This role focuses on controls integration, PLC programming, SCADA development, communication protocols, and field commissioning.

You will design and configure PLCs, RTUs, gateways, PPC platforms, and SCADA systems, develop control narratives, and document technical specs while supporting cybersecurity best practices.

Qualifications

• BS in Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics or related discipline.
• 2+ years of relevant experience in industrial control and automation systems.
• Good understanding of automation principles, control logic, and architectures.
• Willingness to travel to project sites for commissioning.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement control system solutions for utility and industrial clients.
• Configure PLCs, RTUs, gateways, PPC platforms, and SCADA systems.
• Develop control narratives, I/O mappings, and communication matrices.
• Configure and troubleshoot communication protocols including Modbus, DNP3, IEC-61850, and OPC-UA.
• Perform FAT, SAT, and commissioning activities.
• Support cybersecurity best practices for industrial control systems.
• Investigate and resolve field communication and control issues.
• Develop technical documentation and training materials.

Skills

PLC programming

SCADA development

HMI platforms

Control systems

English communication

Education

BS in Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related discipline

Tools

RTUs

SEL devices

Modbus TCP/RTU

DNP3

IEC 61850

OPC UA

MQTT

Job description

About Us

We are the independent expert in assurance and risk management. Driven by our purpose, to safeguard life, property, and the environment, we empower our customers and their stakeholders with facts and reliable insights so that critical decisions can be made with confidence.

About Us

We are the independent expert in assurance and risk management. Driven by our purpose, to safeguard life, property, and the environment, we empower our customers and their stakeholders with facts and reliable insights so that critical decisions can be made with confidence.

As a trusted voice for many of the world’s most successful organizations, we use our knowledge to advance safety and performance, set industry benchmarks, and inspire and invent solutions to tackle global transformations.

About The Role

We are seeking an Automation & Control Systems Engineer to support advanced control system implementation for utility, renewable energy, and industrial infrastructure projects.

This role is heavily focused on controls integration, PLC programming, SCADA development, communication protocols, and field commissioning.

What You’ll Do

• Design and implement control system solutions for utility and industrial clients.
• Configure PLCs, RTUs, gateways, PPC platforms, and SCADA systems.
• Develop control narratives, I/O mappings, and communication matrices.
• Configure and troubleshoot communication protocols including Modbus, DNP3, IEC-61850, and OPC-UA.
• Perform FAT, SAT, and commissioning activities.
• Support cybersecurity best practices for industrial control systems.
• Investigate and resolve field communication and control issues.
• Develop technical documentation and training materials.

What we offer

• Generous paid time off (vacation, sick days, company holidays, personal days)
• Multiple Medical and Dental benefit plans to choose from, Vision benefits
• Spending accounts - FSA, Dependent Care, Commuter Benefits, company-seeded HSA
• Employer-paid, therapist-led, virtual care services
• 401(k) with company match
• Company provided life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability benefits
• Education reimbursement program
• Flexible work schedule with hybrid opportunities
• Charitable Matched Giving and Volunteer Rewards through our Impact Program
• Volunteer time off (VTO) paid by the company
• Career advancement opportunities
• Benefits vary based on position, tenure, location, and employee election**

DNV is a proud equal-opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, or business need, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

DNV is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity, including providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. US applicants with a physical or mental disability who require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process may contact the North America Recruitment Department ([e-mail]). Information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

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About You

What is Required

• BS in Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related discipline
• 2+ years of relevant experience in industrial control and automation systems.
• Good understanding of industrial automation and control principles, including control logic, system integration, and automation architectures.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, particularly in control and communication systems.
• Ability to prioritize effectively and manage multiple competing tasks
• Resilient and solution-oriented when facing technical challenges and setbacks.
• Willingness to travel to project sites for commissioning and startup activities.
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills
• We conduct pre-employment drug and background screening

Preferred Technical Skills

• Experience with PLC programming, SCADA development, and HMI platforms.
• Knowledge of RTUs, SEL devices, and instrumentation & control systems.
• Familiarity with industrial communication protocols such as Modbus TCP/RTU, DNP3, IEC 61850, OPC UA, and MQTT.
• Understanding of industrial Ethernet networks and system communications.
• Experience with testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning of industrial control systems

*Immigration-related employment benefits, for example visa sponsorship, are not available for this position*