Controls Systems Engineer — PLC/SCADA, with Equity Options

Saronic Technologies; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Saronic Technologies is seeking a skilled Controls Systems Engineer to design, develop, and maintain automated control systems. You will work with mechanical, electrical, and software teams to deliver high‑performance solutions that meet safety standards.

Responsibilities include designing and commissioning PLC, DCS, and SCADA systems, developing control architecture, and performing FAT/SAT. The role requires a strong PLC background, SCADA experience, and familiarity with industrial protocols.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in controls systems design and implementation.
• Proficient in IEC 61131-3 languages for PLC programming.
• Experience with SCADA/HMI platforms such as Ignition, FactoryTalk, or WinCC.
• Knowledge of industrial protocols (EtherNet/IP, Modbus, Profibus, OPC-UA).
• Familiar with instrumentation and process control fundamentals.

Responsibilities

• Design, program, and commission PLC, DCS, and SCADA systems for industrial processes.
• Develop and maintain control system architecture including hardware and HMI.
• Perform system modeling, simulation, and PID tuning to optimize control strategies.
• Conduct FAT and SAT for new and modified systems.
• Troubleshoot control faults to minimize downtime.
• Create and maintain technical documentation (narratives, I/O lists, diagrams).
• Collaborate with process engineers to translate requirements into specs.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards (IEC 61511, IEC 62443, NFPA 79).
• Provide technical support and training to operations staff.
• Participate in hazard reviews (HAZOP, SIL) and implement SIFs.

Skills

PLC programming

SCADA/HMI

Industrial protocols

Instrumentation knowledge

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Rockwell/Allen-Bradley

Siemens

Schneider Electric

Ignition

FactoryTalk

WinCC

Job description

Saronic Technologies is seeking a skilled Controls Systems Engineer to design, develop, and maintain automated control systems. You will work with mechanical, electrical, and software teams to deliver high‑performance solutions that meet safety standards.

Responsibilities include designing and commissioning PLC, DCS, and SCADA systems, developing control architecture, and performing FAT/SAT. The role requires a strong PLC background, SCADA experience, and familiarity with industrial protocols.