Lead Control Systems Engineer - Phoenix

Paladin Consulting; Phoenix (AZ); Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Lead Control Systems Engineer to join its remote team in Phoenix, AZ. This role involves leading Power and Energy Automation projects, providing technical guidance, and ensuring successful system design and implementation. You will have the opportunity to work with advanced control technologies and collaborate with a dynamic team. If you have a passion for engineering and a desire to make a significant impact in the industry, this position offers a unique chance to grow your career while being part of a supportive and family-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in control systems engineering.
• Bachelor's degree in a technical field required.

Responsibilities

• Lead Power and Energy Automation projects.
• Provide technical guidance and support project teams.
• Conduct functional tests and troubleshoot systems.

Skills

Controls Experience

PLC Programming

HMI Configuration

Technical Leadership

Scripting languages (VBA, Python)

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a technical field

Tools

FactoryTalk Suite

RS Logix/Studio 5000

PlantPAx DCS

Aveva System Platform

Inductive Ignition Perspective

BACnet and LON Distech controllers

SQL

Kepware OPC server

ThinManager

VMware

Job description

Paladin Consulting is currently hiring a Lead Control Systems Engineer to join our team working REMOTELY at our client's office located in Phoenix, AZ.

We work with companies that offer environments for our employees to contribute, learn, and advance their career. We treat you like you are part of the family.

Job Title: Lead Control Systems Engineer
Work Location: REMOTE (Arizona)
Duration: Full time
Education/Experience Required: 3+ years of experience
- Bachelors Degree or related Technical Degree

Job Description & Responsibilities:
Overview:
Lead Control Systems Engineers are responsible for designing and leading Power and Energy Automation projects.

Responsibilities:
Team Leadership & Sales Support (20%)

• Provide technical guidance and act as a part of the leadership team
• Identify and assign tasks within the project team
• Assist with change order generation by estimating hardware costs and the engineering effort required for changes in project scope
• Maintain relationships with existing customers

Instrumentation & Electrical Design (20%)

• Create instrument lists by examining P&ID drawings
• Evaluate instrumentation and select devices appropriate for the project
• Evaluate 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 (30%)

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

Onsite System Startup (30%)

• 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

Skills & Qualifications:
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.

For more information or to view other opportunities, visit us at www.paladininc.com.

Paladin Consulting is an EEOC employer.