Controls & Systems Engineer

EnergyX; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

PTO & Sick Leave

Equity compensation

401K contributions

Job summary

EnergyX is seeking a skilled Controls & Systems Engineer to join our engineering team in Austin, TX. The role focuses on design, development, and implementation of instrumentation and control systems for industrial applications.

You will design E&I systems, develop instrumentation specs, and validate via FAT/SAT, while ensuring compliance with safety standards. Travel up to 25% is required, and employees enjoy healthcare, PTO, equity, and 401K benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical or electrical engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of instrumentation and control engineering experience in an industrial setting.
• NFPA 70E electrical training 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.
• Perform commissioning, calibration, and troubleshooting of control systems.
• Prepare project documentation including control narratives, functional specs, and user manuals.

Skills

Control systems

PLC programming

HMI design

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Ignition software

PLC brands (Allen‑Bradley/Siemens)

OPC UA / Modbus

SCADA systems

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.

The Role

EnergyX is seeking a skilled and experienced Controls & Systems 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.
• Select Instrumentation based on MOC and compatibility with chemical processes.

Testing and Commissioning:

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

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.
• Hands-on experience with multimeters for task such as sensor installation, high-voltage component validation, and motor health checks.
• Experience with IEC 61131-3 PLC programming such as structured text, ladder logic, and function block diagrams for process control on PLC such as Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Mitsubishi, or Schneider.
• Experience with Ignition software including server commissioning, PLC communication, tag historian, and HMI design.
• Experience with OPC UA and/or Modbus communication protocols
• Strong understanding of process instrumentation, control theory, and automation systems.
• Proficiency with basic power tools for task such as adding panel knockouts, installing instrumentation, and system fabrication.
• 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.
• Competitive pay
• Healthcare (Health, Dental, Vision) with employer contribution
• PTO and Sick Leave
• Equity Compensation
• Employer 401K contributions

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.