Control Engineer

Brightpath Associates LLC; Moses Lake (WA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO and paid holidays

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with employer match

Discretionary annual bonus program

Company-paid benefits like Long-Term Disability and fitness club membership

Job summary

A leading recruitment and consulting firm in Moses Lake, WA is seeking an Advanced Controls Engineer to join their dynamic team. The ideal candidate will focus on the design, programming, and optimization of advanced process control systems with extensive hands-on experience in DCS/PLC systems. The role offers a competitive benefits package and opportunities for growth in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in control systems design and programming.
• Proficiency with communication protocols: Ethernet/IP, Modbus, Modbus TCP/IP.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Experience with Ethernet/IP, Modbus, and Fieldbus communications.

Responsibilities

• Design and review P&IDs, process descriptions, and automation documentation.
• Create control system deliverables including instrument indexes and specification sheets.
• Ensure compliance with Environmental, Health, Safety, and Quality standards.
• Design and program DCS/PLC control systems and implement system configurations.
• Analyze historical process data for troubleshooting and optimization.

Skills

DCS/PLC systems

Industrial automation

Process control design

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Controls Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Computer Science

Tools

MS Office

Control software tools

DeltaV

Allen Bradley DCS/PLC platforms

Job description

Associate Account Manager | Executive Search | Business Development | Recruitment

Job Title: Advanced Controls Engineer

Location: Moses Lake, WA

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Advanced Controls Engineer to join our dynamic team . This role will focus on the design, programming, and optimization of advanced process control systems, ensuring safety, efficiency, and reliability in manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on experience with DCS/PLC systems, industrial automation, and process control design within a high-performance environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and review P&IDs, process descriptions, and automation documentation.
• Create and maintain control system deliverables including:
• Instrument indexes and specification sheets
• Cause and effect/interlock matrices
• I/O mapping and control narratives
• Develop process control design packages following engineering and industry standards.
• Design and program DCS/PLC control systems and implement system configurations.
• Define and coordinate the physical installation of instruments, control valves, and I/O cabinets.
• Troubleshoot and maintain Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) and related controls.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to define automation needs and solutions.
• Work with IT and engineering teams on OT network design and installation.
• Analyze and interpret historical process and alarm data for troubleshooting and optimization.
• Perform PID loop tuning using manual or software‑based methods.
• Support startup, commissioning, and validation of automated systems.
• Ensure compliance with Environmental, Health, Safety, and Quality standards.
• Maintain adherence to the company’s Code of Conduct and ISO quality system.

Qualifications Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Controls Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Computer Science.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in control systems design and programming.
• Proficiency with DCS/PLC systems, motor control, and variable frequency drives.
• Experience with communication protocols: Ethernet/IP, Modbus, Modbus TCP/IP, Fieldbus, DeviceNet.
• Strong knowledge of MS Office and control software tools.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, work independently, and meet deadlines.

Preferred

• Experience with DeltaV and Allen Bradley DCS/PLC platforms.

Salary & Benefits

• Compensation is based on experience and qualifications.
• We offer a competitive benefits package including:
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (majority of premiums paid by employer)
• FSA & HSA options, with additional voluntary insurance coverage
• 401(k) with employer match
• Discretionary annual bonus program
• Company‑paid benefits: Long‑Term Disability, EAP, fitness club membership, and education assistance
• Training, relocation assistance, and travel expense coverage for eligible positions

Working Conditions

This role involves both office and manufacturing environments. The manufacturing area may have exposure to noise and flammable materials within a Process Safety Management (PSM) regulated environment. Employees must be free from non‑intrinsically safe electronic devices (e.g., pacemakers, insulin pumps). Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities.

Join Us

If you are passionate about process automation, safety, and innovation — and want to grow in a collaborative, high‑tech environment — we’d love to hear from you.