Lead Controls Engineer – PLC/DCS for Mining & Process

Dyno Nobel; Wolf Lake (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

12 paid holidays

PTO days

Full health benefits

401(k) with match

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Friendly coworkers

Job summary

Dyno Nobel seeks an experienced controls engineer to lead electrical and control system design reviews for major mining and processing projects. You will coordinate EIC packages, develop wiring schematics, and code PLC-based control systems to meet safety and performance standards.

Key responsibilities include directing electrical deliverables, interfacing with contractors, and ensuring on-schedule project execution while maintaining regulatory compliance and HSE requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 8 years controls engineering experience in mining, processing, or chemical industries.
• Experience with electrical/control system packages and wiring diagrams.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD and P&ID drawing standards.
• Ability to lead design teams and coordinate with contractors.

Responsibilities

• Lead design reviews and coordinate EIC drawings for execution within schedule and budget.
• Develop electrical construction drawings and control wiring schematics.
• Design and code PLC-based control systems (DCS/SCADA/HMI).
• Direct and oversee electrical/controls deliverables across projects.
• Communicate with teams, stakeholders, and customers to ensure quality.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

P&ID reading

Project coordination

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

DCS/PLC/HMI design

Job description

Dyno Nobel seeks an experienced controls engineer to lead electrical and control system design reviews for major mining and processing projects. You will coordinate EIC packages, develop wiring schematics, and code PLC-based control systems to meet safety and performance standards.

Key responsibilities include directing electrical deliverables, interfacing with contractors, and ensuring on-schedule project execution while maintaining regulatory compliance and HSE requirements.