Controls & Systems Engineer

EnergyX; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

PTO and Sick Leave

Equity compensation

Global platform exposure

Job summary

EnergyX is seeking an Instrumentation and Controls Engineer to design, develop, and implement robust control systems for industrial applications. The role focuses on instrumentation, PLC programming, HMI/SCADA development, and integration with existing infrastructure.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in instrumentation and control engineering, experience with Ignition and OPC/Modbus, and strong problem-solving and communication skills. Travel up to 25% is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical or mechanical engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of instrumentation and control engineering in an industrial setting.
• Strong understanding of process instrumentation, control theory, and automation systems.
• Experience with Ignition software including server commissioning, PLC communication, tag historian, and HMI design.
• Experience with OPC UA and/or Modbus communication protocols.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; able to work independently.
• 25% travel is required.

Responsibilities

• Design and build E&I and control systems, including panel wiring, PLC programming, HMI development, and SCADA integration.
• Develop instrumentation specifications and selection criteria for projects.
• Create and review P&IDs and control schematics.
• Develop data visualization from MySQL databases in Ignition, Grafana, or similar.
• Conduct FAT and SAT for control systems; ensure seamless integration with existing infrastructure.
• Perform commissioning, calibration, and troubleshooting of systems.
• Prepare project documentation including control narratives, specifications, and user manuals.
• Ensure designs comply with industry standards and safety regulations.

Skills

Control systems

PLC programming

HMI design

SCADA systems

Process instrumentation

OPC UA

Modbus

Ignition software

Data visualization

P&IDs

Education

Electrical or Mechanical Engineering degree

Tools

Ignition

MySQL

Grafana

PLC hardware

Job description

Energy Exploration Technologies, Inc. (EnergyX) has a mission to become a worldwide leader in the global transition to sustainable energy. Founded in 2018, the company is fundamentally changing the way humanity is powering our world and storing clean energy with breakthrough lithium-ion technology and energy storage solutions.

Job Description:

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Instrumentation and Controls Engineer to join our innovative engineering team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the design, development, and implementation of instrumentation and control systems for various industrial applications. This role requires a strong understanding of control theory, process instrumentation, and system integration.

Key Responsibilities:

Work on a team of experienced EnergyX engineers on projects focused on disruptive materials and engineering systems to fundamentally transform scientific aspects of the energy industry including:

Design and Development

• Design and build E&I and control systems, including panel wiring, PLC programming, HMI development, and SCADA development and integration.
• Develop instrumentation specifications and selection criteria for various projects.
• Create and review P&IDs (Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams) and control schematics.
• Develop data visualization from MySQL databases in platforms such as Ignition, Grafana, or similar.

Testing and Commissioning

• Conduct factory acceptance tests (FAT) and site acceptance tests (SAT) for control systems.
• Integrate control systems with existing infrastructure and ensure seamless operation.
• Perform commissioning electrical work including sensor addition, sensor validation, and motor wiring.
• Perform general system commissioning, calibration, and troubleshooting.

Project Management

• Prepare project documentation, including control narratives, functional specifications, and user manuals.
• Compliance and Standards:
• Ensure all instrumentation and control designs comply with industry standards and safety regulations.
• Stay updated with the latest advancements in control technology and best practices.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in instrumentation and control engineering, in an industrial setting.
• Strong understanding of process instrumentation, control theory, and automation systems.
• Experience with Ignition software including server commissioning, PLC communication, tag historian, and HMI design.
• Experience with OPC UA and/or Modbus communication protocols
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• 25% travel is required

Certifications:

• NFPA 70E electrical training is required.

Preferred Requirements:

• Experience with DCS (Distributed Control Systems) and advanced control strategies.
• Familiarity with Linux based server commissioning
• Knowledge of cybersecurity practices for industrial control systems.
• Familiarity with industry standards such as ISA, IEC, and NFPA.
• Experience with programming languages such as Python, C++, or MATLAB for control applications.
• Certification in control systems or instrumentation (e.g., ISA Certified Control Systems Technician) is a plus.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to shape the commercial direction of a fast-growing energy materials company.
• Healthcare (Health, Dental, Vision) with employer contribution
• PTO and Sick Leave
• Equity Compensation
• A global platform with exposure to cutting-edge technologies and top-tier customers.

EnergyX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with EnergyX is governed on the basis of merit, competence, and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.