Lead Automation & Control Systems Engineer 1 - Mission Critical

Sargent Lundy; Richland (WA); Hybrid; USD 118,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k)

Paid Vacation

Tuition Assistance

Flexible Work Arrangements

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy is seeking an experienced Instrumentation and Controls Engineer to join a multi-discipline project team in a hybrid work arrangement. You will work on PLC-based control systems, SIS, and other industrial platforms, developing specs and design media for procurement and implementation.

You will mentor colleagues in the Automation Lab and through Communities of Practice, expanding your expertise in automation while traveling to client sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Must be a US citizen and able to obtain US government security clearance.
• BS in engineering from ABET-accredited program; MS degree preferred.
• 10+ years in instrumentation and controls or automation engineering.
• Experience designing, programming, documenting, and testing automated machinery or processes in industrial facilities.
• Experience with industrial communication design (Ethernet/IP preferred; Modbus/Profibus a plus).
• Ability to produce P&IDs, Control System Narratives, I/O Lists, and wiring/OM documentation.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license is valued but not required.
• Experience with Rockwell RSLogix 5000 and RSView is valued.

Responsibilities

• Work on project teams with other discipline engineers to design PLC-based control systems, SIS, and other industrial platforms.
• Prepare specifications and design media for procurement and implementation of software, instrumentation, and control systems.
• Mentor teammates through technical sessions and Automation Lab trainings to grow automation knowledge.
• Advance career via Communities of Practice and peer learning.
• Travel to client offices and project sites as required.

Skills

US Citizenship

Security clearance

10+ years experience

Industrial controls engineering

Ethernet/IP design

Documentation: P&ID/Narratives/IO

Education

ABET-accredited BS in engineering

MS degree preferred

Tools

RSLogix 5000

RSView

Job description

Responsibilities

This position allows for a hybrid arrangement with a mix of work from home and in the office.

As a member of a multi-disciplined project team, this position will offer you the opportunity to utilize and expand your background in Instrumentation and Controls Engineering and PLC/HMI design by performing the following duties:

• Work on project teams with other discipline engineers involved in the design of new Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) based control systems, Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS), and other industrial control system platforms
• Prepare specifications and design media for the procurement and implementation of software, instrumentation, and control system platforms
• Through mentoring, classroom-style technical sessions, and on-the-job training in our Automation Lab, you will increase your knowledge and skills in Automation/Control Systems Engineering
• Develop your career via peer learning by way of S&L's systems of process and associated "Communities of Practice"
• Travel to client offices and project sites, as required

Qualifications

Must be a U.S. Citizen; Dual citizenship with a country other than the U.S. does not qualify.

Essential skills and experience:

• Must be able to obtain US Government security clearance
• BS degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program; MS degree preferred
• 10+ years of progressively responsible experience in instrumentation and controls or automation and control systems engineering
• Proven ability to interface with craft for troubleshooting and problem solving
• Experienced with designing, programming, documenting, and/or testing automated machinery or processes at industrial facilities
• Experienced with industrial communication design (Ethernet IP is preferred and a familiarity with Modbus and Profibus is a plus)
• Experienced with producing P&IDs, Control System Narratives, I/O Lists, Cause and Effect or Logic Diagrams, Wiring Diagrams, Factory Acceptance Test Procedures, and Software documentation including O&M manuals

Valued, but not required skills and experience:

• Professional Engineer (PE) License
• Experienced with programming Rockwell RSLogix 5000 and RSView
• Fabrication, Construction, and Instrumentation & Control System Testing

Technology & Innovation

Sargent & Lundy values the appropriate use of technology to improve how work gets done and deliver high-quality outcomes for our clients. Depending on the role, employees may use data, automation, artificial intelligence, and other digital tools to support research, analysis, engineering and design activities, workflow improvement, or other aspects of their work. We value candidates who demonstrate an interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant to their role. Employees remain accountable for their work and are expected to apply appropriate professional judgment and review when using technology-assisted tools. Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued where relevant but is not required unless specifically identified elsewhere in the job description.

About Sargent & Lundy

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

Health & Wellness

• Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Back-Up Daycare
• FSA & HSA

Financial Benefits

• 401(k)
• Pre-Tax Commuter Account
• Merit Scholarship Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Corporate Charitable Giving Program
• Tuition Assistance
• First Professional Licensure Bonus
• Employee Referral Bonus

Work-Life Balance

• Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Flexible Work Arrangements

Compensation Range

$118,023 - $180,313

Transparency Statement

Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.

About This Business Unit

Sargent & Lundy’s Government Services Division provides cutting-edge engineering design and consulting support to the management and operating contractors for US Department of Energy (DOE) sites and national laboratories. Specifically, we support the DOE Environmental Management Directorate as well as the National Nuclear Security Administration laboratories and sites.What does this mean?You can be a part of multi-discipline design teams supporting projects cleaning up the environmental damage associated with the legacy nuclear weapons production complex and/or preserving our country’s nuclear deterrent.Sargent & Lundy’s personnel design facilities, systems, and equipment that treat, store, and dispose of nuclear waste as well as systems that safely handle and process nuclear material. This mission-critical work is meaningful and challenging–work you can be proud of.

Equal Opportunity

Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.