Lead Control Systems Engineer

RoviSys Building Technologies; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Performance bonuses

Travel incentives + per-diem

Full benefits package

401(k) plan with company match

Generous PTO

Training and certifications

Job summary

RoviSys Building Technologies is seeking a Lead Controls Systems Engineer in Austin, TX to design and lead building automation projects. You will supervise a small engineering team, guide instrument selection, and configure DDC/PLC/DCS systems for complex facilities.

You will participate in customer meetings, assist with proposals, and ensure seamless onsite startup and acceptance testing. A technical degree and 3+ years of experience are required, with knowledge of Rockwell, Aveva, and Distech

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field or related technical degree.
• 3+ years of experience in related field/industry.
• Controls experience with Rockwell, Aveva System Platform, Inductive Ignition Perspective, or Distech BACnet/LON controllers.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance for a project team of 2-5 engineers.
• Lead customer meetings and assist with proposal generation.
• Create instrument lists from P&ID drawings and select suitable devices.
• Configure DDC, PLC, and DCS control algorithms and UI/HMI screens.
• Lead system startup, on-site testing, and customer demonstrations.
• Draft system documentation and support panel fabrication.

Skills

Team leadership

Customer meetings

Project management

Guidance for engineers

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

Tools

Rockwell: FactoryTalk Suite/RS Logix/Studio 5000

Aveva System Platform

Inductive Automation Perspective

Distech BACnet/Lon controllers

Johnson Controls Facility Explorer/Metasys

Tridium Niagara N4

Kepware OPC, ThinManager, VMware

Job description

Overview

Lead Controls Systems Engineers are responsible for designing and leading building automation projects. Day to day tasks will be determined by the specific requirements of each project

Responsibilities

Team Leadership & Sales Support

• Provide technical guidance for a project team of 2-5 engineers
• Identify and assign tasks within the project team
• Lead customer meetings
• Assist with proposal generation by estimating hardware costs and the engineering effort required for a project
• Maintain relationships with existing customers

Instrumentation & Electrical Design

• Create instrument lists by examining P&ID drawings
• Research instrumentation (temperature transmitters, pressure transmitters, flow meter, valve actuators, etc…) and select devices appropriate for the project
• Research and select controls hardware appropriate for the project
• Compile submittal documentation for controls and instrument hardware
• Create panel layouts and electrical schematics for controls enclosures
• Procure project hardware
• Provide technical support for panel fabrication technicians
• Inspect completed control enclosures

System Design and Configuration

• Lead customer design review meetings
• Configure user interface and HMI screens
• Configure DDC, PLC and/or DCS control algorithms
• Execute internal functional and quality control testing
• Draft system documentation
• Assist is customer demonstrations and acceptance testing

Onsite System Startup

• Install project software and configuration onto site systems
• Participate in point to point loop checks for all instrumentation
• Perform software calibration and tuning
• Conduct functional tests of all systems
• Troubleshoot installation discrepancies
• Support additional customer testing
• Program field modifications as required
• Train customer representatives on operations and maintenance of system

Qualifications

Technical Experience

• Bachelors Degree in a technical field or related Technical Degree
• 3+ years of experience in related field/industry
• Controls Experience in at least one of the following:
  • Rockwell: FactoryTalk Suite, RS Logix/Studio 5000, familiarity with PlantPAx DCS
  • Aveva System Platform
  • Inductive Ignition Perspective
  • Distech: Experience with BACnet and LON Distech controllers, Eclypse Controllers
• Other useful technologies include:
  • Johnson Controls: Facility Explorer or Metasys controllers
  • Tridium: Niagara N4
  • SQL
  • Scripting languages (VBA, Python, etc.)
  • Knowledge of Kepware OPC server, ThinManager, VMware is preferred.

HVAC Experience/Knowledge:

• Basic understanding of HVAC systems in large building automation systems.
• Understanding of sequence of operations and P&IDs for HVAC and plant utilities.
• Experience with functional testing, including the ability to create, maintain, and execute test plans.
• Experience with specifying instrumentation and control valves for HVAC systems

Compensation & Benefits Highlights

• Competitive Base Salary: $100,000–$120,000, depending on experience
• Performance Bonuses:Bonus structure designed to reward results
• Travel Perks:Travel incentives + per-diem packages for field assignments
• Full Benefits Package:Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement Ready:401(k) with company match
• Time Off:Generous PTO which includes vacation, holidays, andunlimited personal time
• Grow With Us:Ongoing training, certifications, and professional development support