Controls Engineer

LVI Associates

Fenton (MI)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 110,000

Full time

30 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Travel opportunities

Growth potential

Team collaboration

Job summary

LVI Associates in Kansas City, KS is seeking a Controls Engineer to support the design, development, and implementation of automation and control systems across the full project lifecycle, from concept through commissioning.

You will design system architecture (PLC, HMI, DCS, I/O), develop electrical panel drawings, program PLCs (Rockwell preferred), and build HMI/SCADA apps (FactoryTalk, Ignition). Travel to client sites is expected about 20–25%.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
Strong knowledge of PLC programming and SCADA/HMI systems.
Experience with industrial communication protocols and control system design.

Responsibilities

Support feasibility studies and assist with cost estimation.
Define system requirements based on client specifications.
Design system architecture (PLC, HMI, DCS, I/O, and network infrastructure).
Develop electrical control panel designs and schematics.
Specify instrumentation and control components.
Program and implement PLC systems (Rockwell preferred).
Develop HMI/SCADA applications (FactoryTalk, Wonderware, Ignition, etc.).
Support historian and data analytics solutions.
Lead or assist with system startup and commissioning.
Collaborate with project teams to deliver projects on time and within budget.
Communicate project progress, risks, and costs to internal stakeholders.
Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies.
Travel to client sites for project execution (approx. 20-25%).

Skills

PLC programming

HMI/SCADA

Electrical design

Team communication

Industrial networks

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Rockwell Automation

FactoryTalk

Ignition

Wonderware

Job description

Controls Engineer

Location: Kansas City KS

Job Type: Full-Time

Company Overview

A well-established, CSIA-certified systems integrator with over 30 years of experience delivering automation and control system solutions across industrial environments. The organization focuses on providing cost-effective, tailored solutions that optimize plant performance while minimizing risk and downtime.

Role Overview

The Controls Engineer will support the design, development, and implementation of automation and control systems. This role involves working across the full project lifecycle, including design, programming, testing, and commissioning.

Key Responsibilities

Support feasibility studies and assist with cost estimation
Define system requirements based on client specifications
Design system architecture (PLC, HMI, DCS, I/O, and network infrastructure)
Develop electrical control panel designs and schematics
Specify instrumentation and control components
Program and implement PLC systems (Rockwell preferred)
Develop HMI/SCADA applications (FactoryTalk, Wonderware, Ignition, etc.)
Support historian and data analytics solutions
Lead or assist with system startup and commissioning
Collaborate with project teams to deliver projects on time and within budget
Communicate project progress, risks, and costs to internal stakeholders
Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies
Travel to client sites for project execution (approx. 20-25%)

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Computer, Mechanical, or Chemical preferred)
Strong knowledge of process control, PLC programming, and SCADA/HMI systems
Experience with industrial communication protocols and control system design
Ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex automation issues
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Motivated to learn and adapt to new technologies

Benefits