Control Engineer 2

M.C. Dean, Inc; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 90,640 - 135,960; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Paid maternity leave

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Baltimore is seeking a Control Engineer responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining control systems and machinery. The role involves leading programming efforts, conducting inspections, and requires strong problem-solving skills. Ideal candidates hold a Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in engineering and are proficient in PLC programming and SCADA solutions. Competitive salary and benefits package available.

Qualifications

• Proficient in ladder logic and structured text.
• Strong problem-solving skills to troubleshoot automation issues.
• Experience with PLCs and SCADA solutions.

Responsibilities

• Design documents for small projects and support large programs.
• Lead programming/configuration of automation and SCADA applications.
• Conduct surveys and inspections of client sites.

Skills

Ladder logic

Structured text

Problem-solving skills

PLC programming

SCADA troubleshooting

Education

Master’s degree in electrical engineering

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

EPLAN

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Control Engineers are responsible for designing, developing, installing, and maintaining equipment used to monitor and control systems, machinery, and processes. They work across industrial controls, cybersecurity, building automation, water/wastewater, power controls and protection, energy management, and transportation systems, leveraging expertise in advanced process control, instrumentation, PLCs, and SCADA.

Responsibilities

Design / Engineering

• Origins design documents for small projects and support large programs.
• Narrative design documents and requirements analysis.
• Subsystem designs (CAD, panels, layouts, wiring, SCADA screens, hardware, communications).
• Preparation of specifications.
• Perform QA/QC and technical reviews of designs.
• Plan and design procedures and fixtures for integrated systems factory testing.
• Resolve internal/external comments.

Programming

• Lead programming/configuration team efforts for complex automation and SCADA applications.
• Program, configure, and troubleshoot PLCs, RTUs, and HMI systems.
• Testing, troubleshooting, deployment, and commissioning.
• Author testing and commissioning procedures and reports.
• Develop test fixtures and simulation devices.
• Perform factory and field testing, maintenance, and troubleshoot service calls.
• Perform hardware and software upgrades and replacements on existing systems.

Managerial Responsibilities

• Estimate costs and prepare supporting documents for small projects.
• Conduct surveys, inspections, and tours of client sites.
• Assist senior engineers in preparing bids, proposals, and cost estimates.
• Evaluate and price change orders.

Personnel Management

• Assign technical tasks and coordinate with entry‑level engineers.
• Assign tasks and coordinate with technical staff.

Qualifications

Field Experience

• Reading electrical and control schematics and plans.
• Control system startup, configuration, and calibration.
• Testing and troubleshooting control systems.
• Basic electrical and machinist hand tools.
• Testing, calibration, or industry‑specific tools and software.
• Computer networks.
• CAD/CAE software (AutoCAD, EPLAN).
• Standard office software (Microsoft Word, Excel, etc.).

Requirements

• Proficient in ladder logic and structured text.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex automation issues.
• Proficient designing, programming, and troubleshooting PLCs or DDCs from at least one platform (see platforms section below).

• Siemens (SIMATIC)
• Allen‑Bradley (Rockwell Automation) (Plant Pax preferred)
• Schneider Electric (Modicon)
• Tridium Niagara Framework
• ABB (AC500, AC800M)
• Omron
• KMC Controls
• Johnson Controls Metasys
• Honeywell WEBS
• Johnson Control FX
• Siemens Desigo/Apogee
• Distech Controls
• Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories
• GE Intelligent Platforms

• Proficient designing, programming, and troubleshooting SCADA solutions from at least one platform (see platforms section below).

• AVEVA (formerly Wonderware) InTouch, System Platform
• Ignition by Inductive Automation
• GE Digital (iFIX, CIMPLICITY)
• Siemens WinCC
• Rockwell Automation FactoryTalk View
• AVEVA (formerly Schneider Electric) Citect SCADA
• Intellution FIX32/HMI32 (Historical) by GE Digital
• VTScada by Trihedral Engineering Limited
• AVEVA (OSIsoft PI) Historian

Preferred Licenses / Certifications

• Design Build Institute of America (DBIA)
• Certified SCADA Security Architect (CSSA)
• Certified Automation Professional (CAP)
• Engineer in Training (EIT) relevant in the field
• Certification in one or more PLC/Automation platforms (e.g., Schneider, Rockwell, Siemens, Niagara)
• Certification in one or more SCADA platforms (e.g., AVEVA, Rockwell, Iconics, Ignition)

Education / Experience

• Master’s degree in electrical engineering, automation engineering, or related field with 0+ years experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, automation engineering, or related field with 2+ years experience.

Abilities

• Exposure to computer screens for an extended period of time.
• Sitting for extended periods of time.
• Reach by extending hands or arms in any direction.
• Finger dexterity to manipulate objects (e.g., keyboard).
• Listen and understand information presented verbally.
• Communicate information verbally such that others understand.
• Read and understand written information.
• Apply general rules to specific problems.
• Identify and understand the speech of another person.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Military reserve pay offset.
• Paid maternity leave.

Pay Range

• USD $90,640.00 - USD $135,960.00 per year.