Controls System Engineer - Senior

Southern Integrated Solutions & Consulting; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Health insurance

Disability & Life Insurance

Voluntary benefits

Retirement plan with company match

Professional development

Job summary

Southern Integrated Solutions and Consulting is seeking an experienced Senior Controls System Engineer to design and deploy advanced control and SCADA solutions, including Ignition systems. You will modify logic across multiple platforms, engage with customers to define project scope, and support FAT/SAT and on-site commissioning.

Qualifications include a BS in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science and 5 years of related experience with industrial protocols and ControlLogix/FTView Ignition.

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science (or equivalent experience).
• At least 5 years of relevant experience in automation and control systems.
• Experience implementing Ignition SCADA systems is required.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement advanced control systems and SCADA solutions.
• Modify logic across multiple systems and subsystems.
• Interact with customers to define scope, plans, and deliverables.
• Lead FAT, SAT, and on-site commissioning activities.
• Travel up to 60% to customer sites.

Skills

SCADA systems

Process control

Industrial automation

Programming

Communication protocols

Customer interaction

Problem solving

Education

Bachelors in EE or CS

Tools

ControlLogix

Ignition SCADA

FTView SE/ME

MS SQL

OPC UA/DA

Modbus

PLC/DCS/HMI

Wonderware

Job description

Senior Controls System Engineer

Job Type: Full Time, On-Site

Who We Are

Southern Integrated Solutions and Consulting is a forward-thinking systems integration company offering an extensive range of services, products, and customized systems in sectors such as oil & gas, utilities, manufacturing, and mining. Our team composed of seasoned Electrical and Control Systems Engineers, Consultants, Project Managers, System Integrators, and I&E Technicians excel in Automation, SCADA, I&E Construction, Process Control, Safety Instrumented System Design, Safety Integrity Level Selection & Verification, Safety Lifecycle Modeling, Real-Time Data Collection, MCC & Switchgear Design, and Fabrication.

Job Description

Southern Integrated Solutions and Consulting (SISC) is searching for an experienced automation and controls system integrator to join our team of professionals delivering turnkey automation and electrical solutions. This role involves designing and implementing advanced control systems, including SCADA systems, process control systems, and safety systems, to meet our clients’ evolving needs. This person will be responsible for developing system solutions, modifying logic across multiple systems, implementing Ignition SCADA systems, and performing FAT, SAT, and on-site commissioning. Qualified candidates must possess a BS in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science (or equivalent experience), at least 5 years of relevant experience, and expertise in industrial communication protocols and software such as ControlLogix, Ignition, and FTView SE/ME. This position requires up to 50% travel and offers a dynamic opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge projects in a collaborative environment. The ideal candidate will demonstrate technical proficiency across various programming languages and control device networks while fostering strong relationships with customers and team members.

Responsibilities

• Develop and evaluate alternative system solutions that meet stated requirements.
• Modify program/system logic involving multiple systems and subsystems.
• Develop proficiency in several programming languages and control device networks for PLCs, PCs, or DCS systems.
• Interact with customers to gain an understanding of the business environment and define scope, plans, and deliverables for assigned work.
• Ability to aid in proposal development including man hour estimates and technical writing.
• Maintain positive working relationships.
• Interpret and understand the project scope of work.
• Familiarity with the High-Performance HMI recommended practices.
• Participate and perform FAT, SAT, and on-site commissioning.
• Up to 60% travel to customer sites.

Qualifications

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or computer science from an accredited university or equal work experience.
• Five (5) years of experience implementing SCADA systems, Process Control Systems, and Safety Systems.
• One (1) years of experience with implementing Ignition SCADA systems.

Hard Skills

• Experienced with most common industrial communication protocols like Modbus RTU, Modbus TCP, OPC DA, OPC UA, etc.
• Experience in implementing MSSQL Server and developing SQL Queries within Ignition and other SCADA software packages.
• Experience developing PLC/DCS/HMI applications including, but not limited to, experience with Allen-Bradley ControlLogix, Wonderware, Ignition, & FT View SE/ME.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Experience with two or more of the IEC 61131-3 programming languages, Ladder Diagram, Sequential Function Chart, Function Block Diagram, & Structured Text.
• 3 years of experience in ControlLogix and FTView SE application development.
• 1 year of experience in Ignition application development.

Soft Skills

• Strong communication, problem solving, and critical thinking skills.
• High level of clear written and oral communication.
• High efficiency and time management skills.
• Willingness to learn new skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance with employer contributions.
• Paid short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance benefits.
• Voluntary benefits.
• Retirement savings plan with company match.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.