Lead Controls Engineer - PLC/SCADA Systems

M.C. Dean, Inc; Harrisonburg (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Virginia is seeking a Controls Engineer to design, develop, and maintain control systems across various industries. Responsibilities include leading programming efforts, testing systems, and managing projects while ensuring effective solutions for complex challenges. Candidates should have relevant degrees, programming experience in PLCs, and a strong grasp of SCADA systems. Join an innovative company committed to technological advancements and impactful engineering solutions.

Qualifications

• Experience with CAD/CAE software like AutoCAD.
• Proficient in programming languages such as ladder logic.
• Experience with PLCs or DDCs from various platforms.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop control systems to monitor processes.
• Lead programming efforts for automation applications.
• Test and commission deployed systems for optimal performance.

Skills

Electrical schematics reading

Control systems startup

Testing and troubleshooting

Programming languages

Problem-solving skills

SCADA solutions troubleshooting

Education

Master's degree in electrical engineering

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

EPLAN

PLC programming

SCADA platforms (AVEVA, Ignition)

Job description

A leading engineering firm in Virginia is seeking a Controls Engineer to design, develop, and maintain control systems across various industries. Responsibilities include leading programming efforts, testing systems, and managing projects while ensuring effective solutions for complex challenges. Candidates should have relevant degrees, programming experience in PLCs, and a strong grasp of SCADA systems. Join an innovative company committed to technological advancements and impactful engineering solutions.