Senior Control Systems Engineer

RoviSys Company; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Travel perks

Full benefits package

401(k) with company match

Generous PTO

Job summary

A leading automation engineering firm based in Virginia seeks a Senior Control Systems Engineer to design and lead building automation projects. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of control systems experience, particularly with Rockwell, Aveva, and BACnet technologies. Responsibilities include creating instrument lists, participating in customer design reviews, and leading onsite system start-ups. Competitive salary between $100,000 and $150,000, plus performance bonuses and full benefits package offered.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in related field/industry.
• Basic understanding of HVAC systems in large building automation systems.
• Experience with specifying instrumentation and control valves for HVAC systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and lead building automation projects.
• Create instrument lists by examining P&ID drawings.
• Participate in customer design review meetings.

Skills

Rockwell: FactoryTalk Suite

RS Logix/Studio 5000

Aveva System Platform

Inductive Ignition Perspective

Distech controllers

Johnson Controls: Facility Explorer

Tridium: Niagara N4

SQL

VBA

Python

Education

Bachelors Degree in a technical field

Tools

Kepware OPC server

ThinManager

VMware

Job description

Overview

Senior Control Systems Engineers are responsible for designing and leading building automation projects.

Responsibilities

Instrumentation & Electrical Design

• Create instrument lists by examining P&ID drawings
• Compile submittal and procurement documentation for controls and instrument hardware
• Provide technical support for panel fabrication technicians
• Inspect completed control enclosures

System Design and Configuration

• Participate in customer design review meetings
• Assemble development system using project hardware and computers
• Configure user interface and HMI screens
• Configure DDC, PLC and/or DCS control algorithms
• Draft system documentation from templates
• Assist is customer demonstrations and acceptance testing

Onsite System Startup

• Works in a supervised role and/or with a team at a customer site
• Install project software and configuration onto site systems
• Participate in point-to-point loop checks
• Perform instrumentation and software calibration and tuning
• Participate in functional tests of all systems
• Troubleshoot installation discrepancies
• Program field modifications as required
• Assist with developing commissioning test plans and documentation updates/redlines
• Assist with developing training documentation/presentation on operations and maintenance of system

Qualifications

Technical Experience:

• Bachelors Degree in a technical field or related Technical Degree
• 8+ years of experience in related field/industry
• Controls Experience in at least one of the following:
  • Rockwell: FactoryTalk Suite, RS Logix/Studio 5000, familiarity with PlantPAx DCS
  • Aveva System Platform
  • Inductive Ignition Perspective
  • Distech: Experience with BACnet and LON Distech controllers, Eclypse Controllers
• Other useful technologies include:
  • Johnson Controls: Facility Explorer or Metasys controllers
  • Tridium: Niagara N4
  • SQL
  • Scripting languages (VBA, Python, etc.)
  • Knowledge of Kepware OPC server, ThinManager, VMware is preferred.

HVAC Experience/Knowledge:

• 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: $100,000–$150,000, 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, unlimited personal time
• Grow With Us: Ongoing training, certifications, and professional development support