Rising Controls Engineer – DCS/PLC/SCADA Start-Up

Wunderlich-Malec Engineering, Inc.; Pleasanton (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)/Profit Sharing

Stock Ownership Plan

Job summary

Wunderlich-Malec Engineering, Inc. in Pleasanton, CA, is seeking an Associate Controls Engineer to deliver process control systems including DCS/PLC/SCADA/HMI programming, hardware designs, network architecture, and startup support.

The role focuses on PLC/SCADA programming, on-site commissioning, collaboration with project teams, and travel up to 25%. A BS in Engineering is preferred and strong communications with clients is essential.

Qualifications

• BS Degree in Engineering (preference for Electrical/Controls, Chemical or Mechanical).
• Solid understanding of PLC and SCADA programming on any major platform.
• Experience with Auto CAD electrical design and UL508A requirements.
• Ability to read and understand construction drawings for all disciplines.
• Experience with on-site commissioning and startup activities.

Responsibilities

• Learn, follow, and streamline project execution tools and techniques.
• Provide software/hardware design, development and startup guidance under lead engineer.
• Routinely test work to ensure quality, safety and alignment with project requirements.
• Provide status reporting to project manager on progress, estimates, risks, and needs.
• Identify roadblocks and contribute to risk and best-practice discussions.
• Address customer requests and evaluate against project scope.
• Participate in internal and customer meetings.

Skills

PLC programming

SCADA programming

Leadership

Client relations

Documentation

Remote collaboration tools

Education

BS Degree in Engineering

Tools

Auto CAD Electrical design

UL508A requirements

SIMATIC PDM

SIMATIC BATCH

SIMATIC Route Control

SharePoint

Job description

Wunderlich-Malec Engineering, Inc. in Pleasanton, CA, is seeking an Associate Controls Engineer to deliver process control systems including DCS/PLC/SCADA/HMI programming, hardware designs, network architecture, and startup support.

The role focuses on PLC/SCADA programming, on-site commissioning, collaboration with project teams, and travel up to 25%. A BS in Engineering is preferred and strong communications with clients is essential.