Lead Industrial Controls Engineer | PLC/DCS, Field & Startup

EAD Corporations

Cary (NC)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

EAD Corporations in Cary, NC, is seeking a Staff Controls Engineer to lead projects across industrial facilities. The role demands 7-10 years of controls engineering experience and involves designing control systems, programming, and field support.

The successful candidate will manage projects effectively, interact with clients, and ensure deliverables meet time and budget constraints. Essential qualifications include a degree in Electrical or Controls Engineering and experience with PLC, DCS, HMI, and SCADA systems.

Qualifications

  • 7-10 years of controls engineering experience in industrial or manufacturing environments.
  • Experience with PLC and DCS system design, programming, and troubleshooting.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Design, program, and commission control systems for manufacturing facilities.
  • Perform field activities including troubleshooting and commissioning.
  • Coordinate with project team members to align controls scope with project design.

Skills

Controls engineering experience
PLC and DCS programming
HMI and SCADA configuration
Fieldwork in industrial environments
Multi-discipline teamwork
Client interaction
Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Controls Engineering

Tools

Rockwell / Allen-Bradley platforms

Job description

EAD Corporations in Cary, NC, is seeking a Staff Controls Engineer to lead projects across industrial facilities. The role demands 7-10 years of controls engineering experience and involves designing control systems, programming, and field support.

The successful candidate will manage projects effectively, interact with clients, and ensure deliverables meet time and budget constraints. Essential qualifications include a degree in Electrical or Controls Engineering and experience with PLC, DCS, HMI, and SCADA systems.

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