Control Systems Engineer

Noblis, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 79,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

Noblis MSD is hiring a Control Systems Engineer for a long-term contract on-site at the Philadelphia Navy Yard, with potential for hybrid work. The role focuses on design, development, and integration of naval shipboard control systems, leveraging NI, Rockwell Studio 5000, and Siemens STEP 7 / TIA Portal.

Cybersecurity hardening and system analytics are key responsibilities. Requirements include a Bachelor's in Electrical or Computer Engineering with 3+ years of experience, US citizenship, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering and 3+ years of engineering experience.
• Experience with National Instrument products and hardware interfacing equipment.
• Rockwell PLC programming using Ladder Logic and SCL; Siemens STEP 7 / TIA Portal experience.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, model, simulate, and integrate shipboard control systems in a lab setting.
• Develop equipment integration designs for networking, SCADA, simulators and test tools.
• Implement cybersecurity hardening for industrial control systems.
• Create UI, database interfaces, device interfaces and related analytics.
• Support shipboard implementation and validation of control systems.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering

Tools

National Instruments

Rockwell Studio 5000

Siemens STEP 7 / TIA Portal

Ladder Logic

Structured Text

SCL

Ethernet/IP

Serial communications

Job description

Responsibilities

Noblis MSD’s mission is to support the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) and Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) and their missions to enable research, development, test and evaluation, acquisition, engineering, systems integration, in-service and fleet engineering with cybersecurity, comprehensive logistics, and life-cycle savings. Noblis MSD is looking to hire a Control Systems Engineer for a long-term multi-year contract. This position is onsite at the Philadelphia Navy Yard. Future potential for a hybrid work schedule. No travel is required for this position.

• Perform design, development, modeling/simulation, and integration for Naval shipboard control systems applications in a lab environment
• Conduct PLC engineering development utilizing National Instruments, Rockwell Studio 5000 and Siemens SIMATIC Step 7 / TIA Portal
• Develop equipment integration designs for networking, SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition Systems), simulators/simulators and other test tools/systems
• Implement cybersecurity best practices and hardening for industrial control systems
• Develop and deploy industrial application/system user interfaces, database interfaces, device interfaces and related analytics
• Support shipboard implementation of industrial control systems with specific applications for machinery controls and validation efforts
• Develop technical documentation packages

Required Qualifications

Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering, or Computer Engineering and 3+ years engineering experience

• Experience using National Instrument products (developing/integrating National Instrument software with hardware interfacing equipment)
• Rockwell ControlLogix PLC programming using Ladder Logic and Structured Control Language (SCL)
• Proficiency in the use of test and diagnostic tools associated with industrial control systems
• Expertise and demonstrated experience with industrial communications protocols such as EthernetIP,and Serial communication protocols.
• Active DOD secret security clearance or the ability to obtain clearance
• US Citizen
• CompTIA Security + certification (or must obtain within three months of hire)

Desired Qualifications

• Strong proficiency with the following programming languages: Visual Basic, Relay Ladder Logic, Structured Text, Structured Control Language (SCL)
• Siemens SIMATIC Step 7 and TIA Portal Structured Control Language and Ladder Logic a plus

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Overview

Noblis and our wholly owned subsidiaries, Noblis ESI and Noblis MSD, take on some of the nation’s toughest challenges, delivering advanced solutions to our customers’ most critical missions. We bring together leading scientific, engineering, and management expertise in a culture grounded in objectivity and collaboration, ensuring our work creates lasting impact across federal missions.

We work with a broad range of government agencies in the defense, intelligence, and federal civilian sectors. Learn more and find opportunities at careers.noblis.org

Why Work at Noblis

At Noblis, we share a passion for excellence and innovation, and we create an environment where people can do meaningful work while maintaining the balance that keeps them energized and fulfilled. We seek out individuals with a natural curiosity and desire to collaborate and learn. We believe our people are our greatest strength, and we consistently seek exceptionally skilled, mission-driven professionals who care deeply about doing work that enriches lives and makes our nation safer.

Noblis has earned numerous workplace awards for our culture, our commitment to employee well‑being, and our dedication to meaningful, impactful work. We also maintain a drug‑free workplace.

Remote/hybrid status is subject to change based on Noblis and/or government requirements.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, pregnancy/childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us.

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Total Rewards

At Noblis we recognize and reward your contributions, provide you with growth opportunities, and support your total well‑being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Benefits page on our Careers site.

Compensation at Noblis is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the combination of education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, internal and external equity, location, clearance level, as well as contract‑specific affordability, organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. The projected compensation range for this positionis based on full time status. For part time or on‑call staff, compensation is proportionately adjusted based on hours worked. While monetary compensation is important, it's just one component of Noblis’ total compensation package.

Posted Salary Range

USD $78,900.00 - USD $123,300.00 /Yr.