Lead Control Systems Engineer

TRC Talent Solutions

Charlotte (NC)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 140,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

TRC Talent Solutions in Charlotte, NC seeks a Lead Controls Systems Engineer to lead the design, implementation, and startup of building automation and industrial control systems, while providing technical leadership for project teams.

This role requires strong PLC/DDC knowledge, HVAC control logic, and field integration, with responsibilities spanning from design through commissioning and customer demonstrations.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field.
3+ years of controls engineering or automation experience.
Proficient in HVAC controls and building automation concepts.
Ability to interpret P&IDs and control sequences.

Responsibilities

Lead project teams of 2-5 engineers with technical guidance.
Develop instrument lists, panel layouts, and submittal packages.
Configure HMIs, PLC, DDC, and DCS systems and testing.
Support proposals with hardware and engineering estimates.
Transfer knowledge through design reviews and customer demonstrations.
Ensure site startup, commissioning, and customer training.

Skills

Project leadership

Client communication

PLC/DDC configuration

System testing & commissioning

Documentation & design reviews

Python/VBA scripting

SQL basics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Controls, Automation, or a related technical field

Tools

Rockwell FactoryTalk Suite

RSLogix/Studio 5000

PlantPAx

AVEVA System Platform

Ignition Perspective

Distech BACnet/LON and Eclypse Controllers

Johnson Controls (Facility Explorer, Metasys)

Tridium Niagara N4

Kepware OPC Server

ThinManager

VMware

Job description

Lead Controls Systems Engineer

Overview

TRC Talent is partnering with a fast-growing engineering organization specializing in building automation and advanced control systems to hire a Lead Controls Systems Engineer. This full-time role will lead the design, implementation, and startup of building automation and industrial control systems while providing technical leadership for project teams. The position requires strong technical depth in PLC/DDC systems, HVAC control logic, and field integration, along with the ability to guide teams through full project lifecycles from design through commissioning.

Key Responsibilities

Project Leadership & Client Support

Lead project teams of 2-5 engineers, assigning tasks and providing technical guidance.
Facilitate customer meetings and design reviews.
Support proposal development through hardware and engineering cost estimates.
Maintain and grow customer relationships.

Controls & Electrical Design

Develop instrument lists from P&IDs and select appropriate instrumentation and control hardware.
Create panel layouts, electrical schematics, and submittal packages.
Procure project hardware and support panel fabrication.
Inspect completed control panels and ensure quality standards.

System Configuration & Testing

Configure HMIs, DDC, PLC, and DCS control systems.
Develop control algorithms and system documentation.
Conduct internal testing, quality assurance, customer demonstrations, and acceptance testing.

System Startup & Commissioning

Deploy software and configurations to site systems.
Perform loop checks, calibration, tuning, and functional testing.
Troubleshoot installation issues and implement field modifications.
Support customer testing and provide end-user training on system operation and maintenance.

Qualifications

Education & Experience