Controls Engineer: PLCs, HMI/SCADA & Automation

PPS-HPS

Phoenix (AZ)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

PPS is seeking two Controls Engineers/Programmers to join our Controls & Automation team in Phoenix. The roles will design, program, integrate, troubleshoot, and commission industrial automation and control systems across multiple departments, including Controls Operations, Electrical Design, Panel Fabrication, Project Management, and Field Operations.

Projects utilize Allen-Bradley/Rockwell, Siemens, PLCs, HMI/SCADA, VFDs, and industrial networks.

Qualifications

3-7+ years of controls, automation, or electrical engineering/programming experience.
U.S. person status or ITAR-related authorization may be required for some projects.
Strong PLC programming experience.
Experience with Allen-Bradley/Rockwell and/or Siemens platforms.
Experience with HMI and SCADA systems.
Experience with VFDs and industrial instrumentation.
Working knowledge of industrial communication networks.
Ability to read electrical schematics and control drawings.
Understanding of industrial automation and control systems.
Strong troubleshooting and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

Develop, modify, and troubleshoot PLC programs.
Program Allen-Bradley/Rockwell and Siemens control systems.
Develop HMI and SCADA applications.
Program and integrate VFDs, instrumentation, remote I/O, and control devices.
Develop sequences, interlocks, permissives, alarms, and control logic.
Support automated piping, fluid-handling, manufacturing, and process systems.
Integrate new automation systems with existing and legacy equipment.
Develop and maintain clear, organized, and maintainable control code.
Develop control-system architectures and automation solutions.
Integrate PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems, VFDs, instrumentation, and industrial networks.
Support industrial communication protocols such as EtherNet/IP, Modbus, and similar systems.
Coordinate with Electrical Design Engineers on electrical and controls integration.
Coordinate with Panel Shop to ensure proper fabrication.
Support field installation, startup, and commissioning.
Participate in equipment startup and commissioning.
Verify I/O, sequences, alarms, interlocks, communications, and system functionality.
Troubleshoot PLC, HMI, electrical, instrumentation, and network issues.
Support field teams in resolving technical issues.
Make program modifications during startup and commissioning.
Document changes and maintain accurate final programs.
Work with Project Managers and Controls Operations to execute projects on schedule and within budget.
Participate in project kickoff and design reviews.
Identify technical issues and project risks early.
Coordinate with equipment suppliers, contractors, and customers.
Support estimating, scope development, and project planning as needed.
Assist with project documentation and closeout.