Controls Engineer- Technical Lead

SCIO Automation North America; Tampa (FL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

SCIO Automation North America is seeking a Process Controls / Automation Engineering Technical Lead for our Florida Water/Wastewater Team. This role involves providing technical leadership on multiple automation projects and requires significant expertise in SCADA, PLC programming, and Industrial Networks.

Located in Tampa, FL, this in-office position may offer a hybrid schedule after a trial period. Candidates should have at least 10 years of experience and relevant technical degrees.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in the Automation (Instrumentation and Controls) industry.
• Skilled in programming PLCs and HMI/SCADA systems.
• Ability to read, revise and create new PLC logic and HMI/SCADA programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide Technical Leadership across multiple process automation projects.
• Design automation control systems from customer specifications.
• Responsible for programming automation and control systems involving PLCs.

Skills

PLC programming

SCADA systems

Industrial Networks (OT)

Panel Design

Technical Leadership

Process control instrumentation

Estimating and Proposals

Education

Relevant bachelor's or associate degree in related engineering or technology field

Tools

Rockwell PLC

Siemens PLC

FactoryTalk SCADA

Wonderware SCADA

Job description

Overview

CEC Controls is looking for a Process Controls / Automation Engineering Technical Lead for the Florida Process Controls (Water/Wastewater) Team. Experience with design, engineering, start up, testing, and implementation of control systems, particularly in Water/Wastewater and other Process Industries is essential. This role demands significant expertise in SCADA, PLC programming, Industrial Networks (OT), Panel Design, and a deep understanding of industrial standards and safety protocols.

This is an in-office position in Tampa, FL, potential for hybrid schedule after sufficient time in the position.

Responsibilities

• Provide Technical Leadership across multiple process automation projects, primarily in the Water/Wastewater Industries. Provide engineering guidance as required.
• Design automation control systems from customer specifications, including PLC / Control Panels, SCADA Systems, and OT Networks
• Responsible for programming automation and control systems involving PLCs and HMI’s (OIT & SCADA).
• Develop electrical and P&ID drawings. Specify electrical equipment and materials including PLCs, automation control components and instrumentation based on calculations, customer specifications, and engineering principles. Facilitate CAD, Field Wiring and Shop Coordination
• Power-up, Debug, and Calibration of Water/Wastewater and other Process Control Systems.
• Support the business in driving standardization in execution across projects and branches. Follow all company processes, check lists, and support the development of standardized design platforms.
• Ensure engineers have what they need in order to be successful in performing their project duties in a timely manner.
• Customer Coordination and ability to interface with clients, resolve technical issues in support of project management and business development
• Build relationships with external and internal customers, and key suppliers
• Perform project engineering duties as required. Working knowledge of project schedules and project tracking to support project management in ensuring commitments are met on time and within budget.
• Provide technical support to the business development team, including participation in client meetings and proposal development
• Review job specifications, Review and assist on proposal estimates

Skills & Qualifications

• Relevant bachelor’s or associate degree in related engineering or technology field, or equivalent relevant work experience with a technical degree. 10+ years of experience in the Automation (Instrumentation and Controls) industry
• Skilled in programming PLC's; (Rockwell, Siemens, GE, Modicon, Emerson Control Wave, etc.). One or more system certifications are desirable.
• Skilled in programming HMI/SCADA systems; (FactoryTalk, Maple, VTScada, Wonderware, Ignition, etc.) One or more system certifications are desirable.
• Skilled in specification of Hardware and Network Architecture for the above systems
• Have a working knowledge of industry standards and regulations (ISA, NEC, IEEE, NFPA, & OSHA, etc)
• Ability to read, revise and create new PLC logic, HMI/SCADA programs, and VFD parameters.
• Attention to detail to maintain accurate drawings, files, bill of materials, correct spare parts and equipment specifications.
• Experience with process control instrumentation; flow meters, pressure transmitters, & level transmitters a plus.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work with clients and staff in a team environment
• Good organizational skills, writing skills, presentation and communication skills
• Experience with Estimating and Proposals for Industrial Controls projects is desirable.
• Ability to travel as needed, up to 25% yearly average, primarily within Florida and surrounding states.
• Authorization to work lawfully in the US without sponsorship from CEC is required

Physical Requirements

• Able to climb a 2-story ladder.
• Can walk a mile in 20 minutes.
• Be able to cover, on foot, a reasonable distance on a job site.
• Able to lift 30 lbs. without difficulty.