Onsite Project Engineer - PLC Systems

RoviSys Building Technologies; Illinois; Remote; USD 80,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Base Salary

Performance Bonuses

Travel Perks

Full Benefits Package

401(k) with company match

Generous PTO

Job summary

A leading technology firm is seeking an Onsite Project Engineer for its operations in Illinois. The role involves leading building automation projects with a focus on onsite delivery, technical guidance, and customer interaction. Candidates should have experience in building automation controls and HVAC systems. The position includes travel and offers a competitive salary between $80,000 and $125,000, performance bonuses, and a full benefits package, including 401(k) and generous PTO.

Qualifications

• Technical experience with building automation projects.
• Ability to lead and mentor project teams.
• Knowledge of HVAC and its applications in large systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead onsite delivery of building automation projects.
• Install project software on site systems and perform functional tests.
• Support customer representatives in operations and maintenance.

Skills

Controls Experience

Rockwell: FactoryTalk Suite, RS Logix/Studio 5000

Scripting languages (VBA, Python)

Basic understanding of HVAC systems

Experience with functional testing

Tools

Kepware OPC server

ThinManager

VMware

Job description

Overview

An Onsite Project Engineer is responsible for the onsite leadership and delivery of building automation projects. Day to day tasks will be determined by the specific requirements of each project. It is expected that this role is 100% travel with all work taking place at customer project locations. Engineers in this role are eligible for travel benefits such as housing, per diem, and premium site pay.

Responsibilities

• Team Leadership: Provide technical guidance for a project team of 2-5 engineers; Identify and assign tasks within the project team; Lead customer meetings; Maintain relationships with existing customers.
• 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.

Qualifications

Technical Experience (One or more of the following technologies)

• Controls Experience
• Rockwell: FactoryTalk Suite, RS Logix/Studio 5000, familiarity with PlantPAx DCS
• Other useful technologies include: Scripting languages (VBA, Python, etc.); Knowledge of Kepware OPC server, ThinManager, VMware is preferred.

HVAC

• Basic understanding of HVAC systems in large building automation systems.
• Understanding of sequence of operations and P&IDs for HVAC and plant utilities.
• Experience with functional testing, including the ability to create, maintain, and execute test plans.
• Experience with specifying instrumentation and control valves for HVAC systems.

Compensation & Benefits Highlights

• Competitive Base Salary: $80,000–$125,000, depending on experience
• Performance Bonuses: Bonus structure designed to reward results
• Travel Perks: Travel incentives + per-diem packages for field assignments
• Full Benefits Package: Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement Ready: 401(k) with company match
• Time Off: Generous PTO which includes vacation, holidays, and unlimited personal time
• Grow With Us: Ongoing training, certifications, and professional development support