Controls Engineer

LVI Associates; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Competitive compensation

Job summary

LVI Associates in Austin, TX is seeking a seasoned Controls Engineer to design, program, and commission industrial automation projects across multiple environments. You will contribute to system integration, field start-up, and ongoing support for high‑reliability control solutions.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of experience with Rockwell/Allen‑Bradley or Siemens PLCs and is proficient with HMI/SCADA platforms like Ignition, VTScada, or Wonderware.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Controls Engineering or Automation Engineering experience.
• Strong PLC programming experience (Rockwell/Allen‑Bradley, Siemens, or similar).
• Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (EtherNet/IP, Modbus, ProfiNet, etc.).
• Ability to diagnose and resolve control system issues during testing and commissioning.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement control systems for industrial automation projects.
• Program, test, and troubleshoot PLC platforms such as Rockwell / Allen‑Bradley, Siemens, or similar.
• Develop and configure HMI/SCADA applications including Ignition, VTScada, Wonderware, or equivalent platforms.
• Participate in system integration, commissioning, and field start-up activities.
• Interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, and control system documentation.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, providing technical support throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure project deliverables meet performance, quality, and safety standards.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI/SCADA development

Industrial protocols

Troubleshooting

Travel willingness

Tools

Rockwell/Allen-Bradley

Siemens

Ignition

VTScada

Wonderware

Job description

Controls Engineer - Austin / San Antonio, TX

About the Opportunity

We are partnering with a long‑established engineering organization delivering high‑performance automation, integration, and control solutions across a range of industrial environments. As they continue to expand, we are seeking an experienced Controls Engineer with strong PLC/HMI/SCADA programming expertise to join their growing team.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a hands-on engineering environment, enjoys seeing projects through from concept to commissioning, and is passionate about delivering high‑quality, reliable automation systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement control systems for industrial automation projects.
• Program, test, and troubleshoot PLC platforms such as Rockwell / Allen‑Bradley, Siemens, or similar.
• Develop and configure HMI/SCADA applications including Ignition, VTScada, Wonderware, or equivalent platforms.
• Participate in system integration, commissioning, and field start-up activities.
• Interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, and control system documentation.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, providing technical support throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure project deliverables meet performance, quality, and safety standards.

Qualifications & Experience

• 5+ years of Controls Engineering or Automation Engineering experience.
• Strong PLC programming experience (Rockwell/Allen‑Bradley, Siemens, or similar).
• Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (EtherNet/IP, Modbus, ProfiNet, etc.).
• Ability to diagnose and resolve control system issues during testing and commissioning.
• Experience in manufacturing, process, utilities, or system integration environments is highly valued.
• Willingness to travel occasionally for onsite support or commissioning (as required).

What's in It for You

• Opportunity to work on diverse and technically challenging automation projects.
• Supportive engineering environment with strong long-term growth opportunities.
• Competitive compensation package with full benefits.
• Chance to work with modern automation technologies across multiple industries.