Controls Project Designer

IMEG; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock ownership options

Health insurance

PTO

Job summary

IMEG is seeking a Controls Project Designer in Columbus, Ohio. You will lead design efforts for moderately complex control systems, producing complete documentation and supporting programming and commissioning as needed.

Work closely with senior staff, mentor team members, and ensure project goals, budgets, and schedules are met. Travel up to 20% may be required, with a comprehensive benefits package and stock ownership options available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or equivalent required.
• 5–6 years of experience in control systems automation; EIT preferred.
• Alternative: 9–10 years with an Associate degree in Automation & Instrumentation.
• Willingness to travel up to 20% with occasional overnight stays.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and engineering tasks for moderately complex control system projects.
• Produce complete control system documentation including IO lists and diagrams.
• Collaborate with Controls Designers on hardware specs and submittals.
• Support programming and commissioning with Senior Designers.
• Provide hardware and software specifications for control systems.
• Perform electrical analyses and design calculations per IMEG standards.
• Ensure quality assurance of construction documents.
• Communicate with clients to gather requirements and updates.

Skills

P&ID drawings

Control symbols

Networking (Ethernet/IP)

PLC/SCADA

HMI development

Documentation

Electrical schematics

MS Office

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Engineering In Training (EIT) preferred

Associate degree in Automation & Instrumentation

Tools

P&ID software

Electrical design tools

Job description

Are you Ready to Engineer Your Career? At IMEG, one of the largest design consulting firms in the U.S., we strive to provide exciting and rewarding career opportunities to our team members. We work hard and are passionate about what we do but also love to have fun along the way. We celebrate the ability to be a firm of over 3000 employees in the US and beyond who still provides a local office approach and feel to each of our employee-owners. From opportunities to get involved and give back locally through our Community Involvement Committees to the ability to partner with exciting clients, we take our jobs seriously but have a great time in the process.

As a company, we believe in investing in our team members and providing an environment for expansive growth. We put people first. We are proud to say we are a 100% employee-owned organization and take pride in our commitment to being a great place to work. We support this commitment through work-life balance, flexibility, continuous training and development opportunities, and community impact. We reward innovation, hard work, and support a culture of sustainability.

IMEG is growing, and we’d love to have you join our team! We are currently seeking a Controls Project Designer in our Columbus, Ohio office. As a Controls Project Designer, you will lead design efforts for low to moderately complex projects, working closely with senior staff to ensure successful project delivery. This role involves managing engineering design, guiding Controls Designers, and producing complete control system documentation. Responsibilities include specifying system components, reviewing construction documents for quality, and supporting programming and commissioning as needed. The position also requires working within budget, mentoring team members, and collaborating across disciplines to meet project goals and client expectations.

Principal Responsibilities

• Lead design and engineering tasks for moderately complex control system projects, including networks, motor starters, PLC/SCADA systems, and enclosures.
• Deliver complete engineering documentation, including IO lists, device schedules, and connection diagrams.
• Collaborate with Controls Designers to develop hardware specifications, drawings, and submittal documents.
• Support programming and commissioning efforts in coordination with Senior Controls Designers.
• Provide hardware and software specifications for control system designs.
• Perform electrical system analysis and create detailed designs and calculations per code and IMEG standards.
• Ensure quality assurance of all control system construction documents.
• Communicate with clients to gather requirements, provide updates, and maintain strong relationships.
• Lead project planning, budgeting, and scheduling while tracking progress and design decisions.
• Identify and resolve engineering challenges through collaboration and innovative solutions.
• Conduct design reviews and implement IMEG quality control processes.
• Stay current with industry trends and contribute to safety, innovation, and cross-functional collaboration.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Proficiency in design techniques, tools, and concepts involved in the production of technical plans and specifications
• Strong knowledge of and skills in using design techniques, tools, and concepts involved in the production of technical plans and specifications
• Strong technical skills in reading and understanding and designing controls symbols and documents such as P&ID (Process & Instrumentation Diagram) drawings and symbols
• Ability to manage and oversee the completion of designing and engineering all aspects of a moderately sized control system
• Knowledge of commissioning process including items such as PLC programming, HMI development, IO loop tests, drive setup, IP addressing, exc.
• Strong technical and analytical skills with hands‑on experience in network systems (Ethernet/IP, fiber, POE, RS232/485, switches), PLC systems (processors, I/O, HMI/SCADA, analog/digital signals), electrical circuits (AC/DC, voltage drop, wiring, protection devices), and motor starters (FVNR, FVR, soft starts, VFDs, overload and grounding detection)
• Proficient with MS Office Suite including but not limited to Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Ability to travel up to 20% with occasional overnight stays that may range up to a two week period

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent required
• Engineering In Training (EIT) Certification preferred5 years of experience minimum required, 6 preferred, in the control systems automation and instrumentation consulting or construction industry

OR

• Associates degree, or certificate, in Automation and Instrumentation, or Engineering preferred
• 9 years of experience minimum required, 10 preferred, in the control systems automation and instrumentation consulting or construction industry

Physical Requirements

• Regularly required to sit, walk, stand, talk, see, hear, and lift objects up to 25 pounds
• Occasionally required to drive, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, reach with hands or arms, and grasp or pull
• Will have limited exposure to outside weather conditions and loud noises

Salary Range $75,000 - $95,000. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay will be based on several factors including experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant. Other rewards may include annual bonuses and stock ownership options. In addition, IMEG Corp. provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO). This information is being provided in compliance with local laws. Additional information regarding employee benefits may be found on our company website at www.imegcorp.com

IMEG, an employee-owned corporation, is committed to investing in employees’ futures through professional development programs and opportunities for career advancement. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including generous PTO, flexible schedule, and assistance with tuition reimbursement. Additionally, employees are eligible to enroll in health, dental, vision, and life insurance on their first day of employment.

Want to learn more about IMEG and our other amazing career opportunities? Please visit https://www.imegcorp.com/careers/.

IMEG is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all employment practices, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation or gender identity), gender, national origin, disability, age, genetic information (including family medical history), parental status (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions including lactation), ethnic origin, hair type (including hairstyle or hair texture), citizenship status, marital status, military service, veteran’s status, political affiliation, non-merit-based factors, or any other characteristic protected by law. In accordance with antidiscrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to put into effect these principles and mandates. IMEG prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. IMEG conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.

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