Control System Application Engineer

CITI, Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

CITI, Inc. in Charlotte, NC seeks a Control System Application Engineer to design, develop, maintain and implement PLC and HMI systems for industrial automation projects.

You will travel to client sites in the Carolinas to commission, test and support systems, collaborating with engineering, project management and field technicians to deliver reliable automation solutions. Ideal candidates have PLC programming experience, strong documentation skills, FAT validation, and the ability to meet

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical or computer engineering.
• 0–2 years relevant PLC experience or 4+ years in PLC-driven process controls.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Willingness to travel locally to project sites.

Responsibilities

• PLC programming to control industrial machinery and processes.
• System integration of PLCs with HMIs, SCADA, and field devices.
• Create organized technical documentation and user guides for clients and team members.
• Assist FAT and perform simulations to validate PLC programs and ensure safety and quality.
• Travel to client sites for on-site commissioning of PLC systems, overseeing installation, startup, and testing.
• Troubleshoot PLC systems during commissioning, operation, or maintenance, including electrical circuits and networks.
• Provide client support for control-system related issues and ongoing system maintenance.

Skills

PLC programming

System integration

Documentation

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical or computer engineering

Tools

Allen-Bradley 5000/500

Schneider systems

Job description

Company Summary

CITI, Inc. is a leading systems integrator headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina with offices in Cary NC and Columbia, SC. We provide automation, control, and network solutions for industrial operations, delivering customized systems that support reliability, efficiency, and innovation across water/wastewater, utilities, manufacturing, and security environment.

Position Summary

The Control System Application Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, maintaining and implementing programmable logic controller (PLC) and HMI systems for various industrial automation and control applications. The Control System Application Engineer is required to travel to different project locations throughout the Carolinas to implement and support these systems. You can expect an exciting career that involves working on diverse projects across various industries and collaborating with different teams to deliver efficient and reliable automation solutions.

Key Duties And Essential Functions

• PLC Programming: Develop and write PLC programs, to control industrial machinery and processes. Ensure that the programs are efficient, reliable, and meet the specific requirements of each client or project.
• System Integration: Integrate PLC systems with other industrial automation components such as Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs), Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems, and field devices.
• Documentation: Create organized and detailed technical documentation, including submittal paperwork and user guides for the clients and other team members.
• In-House Testing and Validation: Assist with performing Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) to validate PLC programs and ensure that they meet safety and quality standards. Design and perform simulations to verify the logic and functionality of the control systems.
• Commissioning: Travel to client sites and conduct on-site commissioning of PLC systems. Requires overseeing installation of panels and startup, configuring the software, testing the system, and evaluating proper functionality.
• Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve issues related to PLC systems during commissioning, operation, or maintenance. Troubleshoot problems in electrical circuits, communication networks, and PLC hardware/software.
• Client Support: Provide support to clients to solve control-system related issues, answer questions, and assist with system maintenance.
• Continuous Learning: Stay updated with the latest advancements in PLC technology, automation, and industrial control systems, in addition to training provided by the company. Supervisory Responsibilities None Required Qualifications

General Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering and/or computer engineering and 0-2 years relevant experience OR 4+ years relevant experience working in PLC driven process controls
• Proficiency in programming various PLC brands and platforms. Familiarity with Allen-Bradley 5000, 500 and Schneider systems is a plus.
• Familiarity with industrial automation concepts, control systems, and instrumentation is necessary. Knowledge and experience with SCADA systems is not required but highly valued.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are crucial as the role involves interacting with clients and interdisciplinary team members.
• Must be capable of meeting project deadlines and cleanly organizing files and deliverables such that they can be utilized by other team members.
• Occasional local travel to work on-site at different locations during installation or emergencies, required.

Physical Demands And Work Environment

Moderate physical work requiring ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds; excerpting up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Regular walking and standing for inspection and testing; frequent pushing, pulling, bending, crouching/stooping, and climbing to test and inspect control systems; hand/eye coordination to operate computers and peripherals; hand/foot coordination for operation of vehicle to travel to remote sites; vision to read manuals, test documents and other written materials; speech communication to provide technical information and instructions; hearing and listening to troubleshoot equipment and communicate on telephone and radio.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. #CITI,Inc.