Lead Control Systems Engineer - Power & Energy

Paladin Consulting; Holly Springs (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lead Control Systems Engineer to join their dynamic team in Holly Springs. This role involves leading technical projects, designing control systems, and ensuring seamless integration of hardware and software. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background and experience with PLCs and HMIs. You will be part of a collaborative environment where your contributions are valued, and you can grow your career while making a significant impact on innovative projects. If you're ready to take your expertise to the next level, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in control systems or related field.
• Strong technical background in PLC and HMI design.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical guidance and project task assignments.
• Create and evaluate electrical schematics and panel layouts.
• Install and calibrate project software on site systems.

Skills

Controls Experience

PLC Configuration

HMI Design

Scripting languages (VBA, Python)

SQL

BACnet and LON Distech controllers

Education

Bachelors Degree in a technical field

Tools

Rockwell: FactoryTalk Suite

RS Logix/Studio 5000

Aveva System Platform

Inductive Ignition Perspective

Johnson Controls: Facility Explorer

Tridium: Niagara N4

Kepware OPC server

ThinManager

VMware

Job description

Paladin Consulting is currently hiring a Lead Control Systems Engineer to join our team working onsite at our client's office located in Holly Springs, NC.

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Job Title: Lead Control Systems Engineer
Work Location: Holly Springs, NC
Duration: Full time
Education/Experience Required:

• Bachelors Degree in a technical field or related Technical Degree
• 3+ years of experience in related field/industry

Job Description & Responsibilities:

Team Leadership & Sales Support

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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:

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.

Paladin Consulting is an EEOC employer.