Controls Engineer 2 4P/319

4P Consulting Inc.; Waynesboro (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm in engineering is seeking a Controls Engineer to support power and industrial projects in Waynesboro, GA. The ideal candidate should have 5–7 years of experience with control systems, strong collaboration skills, and a relevant engineering degree. Responsibilities include providing technical support, conducting field inspections, and developing control system documentation. This is a 3-year contract position.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of relevant experience in control system engineering.
• Solid electrical knowledge and experience with control systems.
• Strong field experience including cable checking and wiring verification.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support across multiple control system projects.
• Perform site walkdowns and field inspections.
• Check field cables and wiring for accuracy and safety compliance.
• Develop I/O lists and control system documentation.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Ability to work independently

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Control Systems, or related engineering field

Tools

Ovation

Foxboro

ABB

PLC-based systems

Job description

Controls Engineer 2

Location:Waynesboro, GA
Contract- 3 Year

Client Southern Nuclear

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled Controls Engineer to support multiple power and industrial projects. The ideal candidate will have 5–7 years of experience with control systems, including field wiring, control narrative development, and system startup. This position involves both engineering design and field work and requires strong collaboration with plant personnel, engineering teams, and vendors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide technical support across multiple control system projects.

• Perform and assist with site walkdowns and field inspections.

• Check field cables and wiring for accuracy and safety compliance.

• Develop I/O lists and control system documentation.

• Assist in system startup and commissioning support.

• Create layout and conceptual design drawings.

• Prepare cost estimates for control system sub-disciplines.

• Review and markup control narratives and diagrams.

• Collaborate effectively with plant staff, design engineers, and vendors.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Control Systems, or related engineering field.

• 5–7 years of relevant experience in control system engineering.

• Solid electrical knowledge and experience with one or more platforms:

  • Ovation, Foxboro, ABB, or PLC-based systems.

• Strong field experience including cable checking and wiring verification.

• Experience with control narrative development and document markup.

• Familiarity with developing cost estimates and project budgeting.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

• Proven ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with startup and commissioning in power generation or industrial facilities.

• Experience developing or checking I/O databases and instrumentation details.

• Ability to travel to field locations as needed.