Controls System Engineer

NightDragon Acquisition Corp.; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Generous PTO

Parental Leave

401(k) plan

Stock Options

Life and Disability Insurance

Free lunch benefit

Job summary

Saronic Technologies is seeking a skilled Controls Systems Engineer to design and maintain automated control systems. The role involves collaborating with mechanical, electrical, and software teams to deliver high-performance solutions.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and 3+ years of relevant experience. Benefits include comprehensive health insurance, competitive salary, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in controls systems design and implementation.
• Familiarity with instrumentation and process control fundamentals.
• Proficiency in IEC 61131‑3 programming languages.

Responsibilities

• Design, program, and commission PLC, DCS, and SCADA systems.
• Develop and maintain control system architecture.
• Conduct Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and troubleshoot system faults.

Skills

PLC programming

Controls systems design

Strong analytical skills

Industrial communication protocols

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or related field

Tools

SCADA/HMI platforms

PLC systems (Rockwell/Allen‑Bradley, Siemens)

Job description

Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms.

Job Overview

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Controls Systems Engineer to design, develop, and maintain automated control systems across our operations. You will work closely with cross‑functional teams — including mechanical, electrical, and software engineering — to deliver reliable, high‑performance control solutions that meet safety and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Design, program, and commission PLC, DCS, and SCADA systems for industrial processes and machinery

• Develop and maintain control system architecture, including hardware selection, software logic, and HMI development

• Perform system modeling, simulation, and analysis to optimize control strategies (PID tuning, feedforward, etc.)

• Conduct Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) for new and modified systems

• Troubleshoot and resolve control system faults, minimizing downtime and production impact

• Create and maintain technical documentation including control narratives, cause-and-effect matrices, loop diagrams, and I/O lists

• Collaborate with process engineers to translate process requirements into control system specifications

• Ensure all systems comply with applicable safety standards (IEC 61511, IEC 62443, NFPA 79, etc.)

• Provide technical support and training to operations and maintenance staff

• Participate in hazard reviews (HAZOP, SIL assessments) and implement safety instrumented functions (SIF)

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field

• 3+ years of experience in controls systems design and implementation

• Proficiency in PLC programming (e.g., Rockwell/Allen‑Bradley, Siemens, Schneider Electric) using IEC 61131‑3 languages

• Experience with SCADA/HMI platforms (e.g., Ignition, FactoryTalk, WinCC)

• Solid understanding of industrial communication protocols (EtherNet/IP, Modbus, Profibus, OPC‑UA)

• Familiarity with instrumentation, field devices, and process control fundamentals

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with distributed control systems (DCS) such as DeltaV, Honeywell Experion, or ABB 800xA

• Knowledge of functional safety standards and SIL verification

• Exposure to Industry 4.0 concepts, IIoT integration, or edge computing

• PE license or ISA Certified Control Systems Technician (CCST) certification

• Experience in Oil & Gas / Manufacturing / Maritime

Benefits

• Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services

• Dental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine dental check‑ups, orthodontics, and vision care

• Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents

• Time Off: Generous PTO and Holidays

• Parental Leave: Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents

• Competitive Salary: Industry‑standard salaries with opportunities for performance‑based bonuses

• Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan

• Stock Options: Equity options to give employees a stake in the company’s success

• Life and Disability Insurance: Basic life insurance and short‑ and long‑term disability coverage

• Additional Perks: Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office

Saronic CCPA Notice for Candidates and California Employees

This role requires access to export‑controlled information or items that require “U.S. Person” status. As defined by U.S. law, individuals who are any one of the following are considered to be a “U.S. Person”: (1) U.S. citizens, (2) legal permanent residents (a.k.a. green card holders), and (3) certain protected classes of asylees and refugees, as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

Saronic does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.