Onsite Controls Engineer: PLC/SCADA Design & Commissioning

Piper Companies; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Job summary

Piper Companies is seeking Controls Engineers (Levels 2 & 3) for permanent positions in Richmond, VA. The role involves designing, developing, installing, and maintaining systems that regulate machinery and processes. Candidates should have a Master’s degree in electrical or automation engineering (or a related field) or a Bachelor's degree with experience. Salary ranges from $90,000 to $125,000 annually, alongside a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in electrical or automation engineering with no experience required.
• Bachelor’s degree with 2+ years of experience preferred.
• Experience in designing, programming, and troubleshooting PLC systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop design documentation for automation projects.
• Lead programming and configuration of PLCs and SCADA systems.
• Execute testing and commissioning activities.

Skills

Experience building PLCs from scratch

Designing and troubleshooting SCADA solutions

Programming of PLCs

Troubleshooting PLCs or DDCs

Knowledge of Rockwell Automation

Experience with Siemens systems

Education

Master’s degree in electrical or automation engineering

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

CAD

SCADA systems

PLC systems

Job description

Piper Companies is seeking Controls Engineers (Levels 2 & 3) for permanent positions in Richmond, VA. The role involves designing, developing, installing, and maintaining systems that regulate machinery and processes. Candidates should have a Master’s degree in electrical or automation engineering (or a related field) or a Bachelor's degree with experience. Salary ranges from $90,000 to $125,000 annually, alongside a comprehensive benefits package.