Lead Control Systems Engineer

RoviSys; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Base Salary

Performance Bonuses

Travel Perks

Full Benefits Package

401(k) with company match

Generous PTO

Ongoing training and certifications

Job summary

RoviSys in Walnut Creek, California is seeking an Automation Engineer to lead projects in designing and configuring control systems. The successful candidate will work directly with customers and have in-depth knowledge of Rockwell platforms.

The position offers a competitive salary range of $90,000 to $129,000 based on experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package including medical coverage and 401(k) with company match.

Qualifications

• 2-8 years of experience in automation.
• At least proficient on Rockwell platforms.
• Thorough understanding of control system design and coding.

Responsibilities

• Owns and leads projects with small to medium sized teams.
• Translates functional requirements to system configuration.
• Designs control systems’ network architectures.

Skills

Automation

Rockwell Controllogix

Rockwell PlantPAx

Rockwell FactoryTalk View/Studio

Communication skills

Self-motivated

Education

B.S. in Electrical, Chemical, or Computer Engineering or Engineering Technology

Tools

Control systems platforms

Job description

Overview

Works directly with customers to define functional requirements and design, configure, commission and qualify control systems.

Responsibilities

• Owns and leads projects with small to medium sized teams for projects executed in different platforms.
• Assists Project Manager in identifying changes in project scope and developing change orders.
• Demonstrates an understanding of the project scope and schedule.
• Translates functional requirements to system configuration.
• Designs control systems’ network architectures and control strategies.
• Serves as a technical contact for customers.
• Has a firm competency of one or more control systems platforms or industrial processes.
• Adapts to new technologies by applying learned concepts and functionality.

Day to Day Activities:

• Interfacing with the clients in design meetings and conference calls
• Working with the project team leading less experienced engineers and taking direction from the project manager or lead engineer
• Programming controllers with Rockwell and Siemens
• Designing electrical control cabinets and panels
• Testing the system configuration to verify functions
• Travel to client site for project meetings
• Travel to client site for system commissioning

Qualifications

• 2-8 years of experience in automation
• As a minimum, must be at least proficient on one or more of the following platforms:
  • Rockwell Controllogix
  • Rockwell PlantPAx
  • Rockwell FactoryTalk View/Studio
  • Experience on other control system platforms is a plus.
• Thorough understanding of control system design and coding
• Self-motivated, excellent communication skills, and enjoy working with people
• B.S. in Electrical, Chemical, or Computer Engineering or Engineering Technology or related degree

Compensation & Benefits Highlights

• Competitive Base Salary:$90,000–$129,00, 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, unlimited personal time

• Grow With Us:Ongoing training, certifications, and professional development support