Control Engineer 2 - Onsite

M.C. Dean, Inc; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Atlanta seeks a Control Engineer responsible for designing and maintaining equipment to monitor systems. The role requires strong programming skills, the ability to troubleshoot complex issues, and relevant experience with automation platforms. Candidates should have a Master's or Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field, with at least 2 years of experience.

Qualifications

• System administrator experience in performing triage on system problems.
• Experience in control system startup and configuration.
• Proficient in designing industry security practices.

Responsibilities

• Executes maintenance and troubleshooting tasks for IT/OT systems.
• Analyzes system performance and implements solutions.
• Develops and maintains system documentation.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Programming in ladder logic

Reading electrical schematics

Education

Master's degree in electrical engineering

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

PLC programming software

SCADA systems

Job description

Overview

Control Engineers are responsible for designing, developing, installing, and maintaining equipment used to monitor and control systems, machinery, and processes. Control Engineers work in various applications including industrial controls, cybersecurity, building automation, water / wastewater, power controls and protection, energy management, and transportation systems.They'retechnical experts in areas such as advanced process control, instrumentation, distributed control systems, PLCs, and SCADA systems. Control engineers use these skills to design and implement solutions to solve our customer's most complex needs.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities

• Executes deployment, maintenance, and troubleshooting tasks for IT and OT systems, applying basic automation tools and scripts. This is a 100% onsite role.
• Analyzes system performance, identifies issues, and implements solutions under general guidelines.
• Participates in the development of survey procedures and conducts surveys and tours to assess system requirements.
• Assists with planning, updating, and reporting status on larger tasks with greater autonomy.
• Develops and maintains system documentation, including installation plans, BOMs, and testing procedures.
• Supports the development of maintenance procedures and technical work instructions.
• Conducts component and subsystem-level testing, using advanced testing automation tools.
• Applies industry security practices to system components, ensuring adherence to established standards.

Qualifications

• System administrator experience in performing triage on system problems, resolving the system problems, analyzing system data to prevent problems, and implementing new workstations and system extensions
• Reliable attendance at customer site during work hours required by customer

Qualifications

Field Experience

• Experience in reading electrical and control schematics and plans
• Experience in control system startup, configuration, and calibration
• Experience in testing and troubleshooting control systems
• Experience using basic electrical and machinist hand tools
• Experience using testing, calibration, or industry-specific tools and software Tools / Software
• Experience in computer networks
• Experience in CAD/CAE Software (AutoCAD / EPLAN)
• Standard Office Software (Microsoft Word, Excel, etc.)

Requirements

• Proficient in programming languages such as ladder logic and structured text.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex automation issues.
• Proficient in designing, programming, and troubleshooting PLCs or DDCs from at least 1 of the following platforms:
  • 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 in designing, programming, and troubleshooting SCADA solutions from at least 1 of the following platforms:
  • 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) In relevant in field
• Certification in one or more PLC / Automation Platform, such as: Schneider, Rockwell, Siemens, Niagara, etc.
• Certification in one or more SCADA platform, such as: AVEVA, Rockwell, Iconics, Ignition, etc.

Education / Experience

• Master's degree in electrical engineering, automation engineering, or a related field 0+ years of experience
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, automation engineering, or a related field with 2+ years of 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.
• Have finger dexterity in order to manipulate objects with fingers rather than whole hands or arms, for example, using a keyboard.
• Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
• Communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
• Read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
• Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
• Identify and understand the speech of another person.