Sr. Automation Engineer (BMS & EPMS)

Albireo Energy; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K with Company match

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Time

Paid Holidays

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Senior Controls Design Engineer in Dallas, Texas. This role is responsible for designing and developing complex HVAC and industrial control systems, emphasizing PLC logic, HMI/SCADA architecture, and electrical control systems. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience in PLC programming and system design, with strong communication skills. Benefits include medical and dental insurance, 401K with company match, and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of PLC/PAC design and programming experience using IEC-61131.
• 7+ years of HMI/SCADA system design experience.
• 5+ years of electrical design experience for industrial automation.

Responsibilities

• Develop PLC logic design and programming.
• Design HMI/SCADA system architecture.
• Prepare design documentation including control narratives.

Skills

PLC/PAC logic design and programming

HMI/SCADA system design

Industrial communication protocols

Electrical control systems engineering

Strong written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Rockwell Automation

Emerson

GE

Schneider Electric

Ignition

Job description

Description

The Senior Controls Design Engineer is responsible for leading the design and development of complex HVAC/industrial control systems, with a strong focus on PLC logic design, HMI/SCADA architecture, and electrical control systems engineering. This role emphasizes upfront design, programming, and documentation using industry-standard platforms including Rockwell Automation, Emerson, GE, Schneider Electric, Ignition and others. The position requires strong understanding of systems, and a commitment to delivering high‑quality design packages and control solutions.

Responsibilities

• Developing PLC logic design and programming based on control narratives, sequences of operation, and project requirements
• Designing HMI/SCADA system architecture, graphics, and standards
• Creating and reviewing detailed electrical control schematics and panel designs
• Preparing design documentation including I/O lists, network architectures, control narratives, and bill of materials
• Supporting field activities such as commissioning, functional testing, and design validation
• Integrating systems using a wide variety of serial and Ethernet‑based industrial communication protocols
• Leading and/or supporting Factory Acceptance Testing and design reviews
• Supporting proposal development, including reviewing plans, specifications, and scope documents
• Presenting technical designs and solutions to customers and internal stakeholders
• Preparing technical reports and design deliverables

Position Parameters

This role requires approximately 30% national travel, including travel to client sites, regional offices, and project locations as needed to support business operations.

Requirements

• 7+ years of PLC/PAC logic design and programming experience using IEC-61131 languages
• 7+ years of HMI/SCADA system design experience, including multi‑node or distributed architectures
• 5+ years of electrical design experience related to control panels and industrial automation systems
• Demonstrated experience with industrial communication protocols including Modbus TCP/IP, Ethernet/IP, PROFINET, and serial equivalents
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, Computer Science, or related field; or equivalent demonstrated experience

Preferred Certifications (or willingness to obtain)

• Rockwell Automation Certified Programmer or equivalent RA technical certifications (e.g., ControlLogix/Studio 5000)
• Siemens or Schneider Electric automation certifications
• ISA certifications such as ISA CAP (Certified Automation Professional)
• Ignition (Inductive Automation) Core or Gold Certification
• UL 508A Industrial Control Panel certification familiarity (designer‑level knowledge)
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 safety certification

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Basic Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Sick Time
• Paid Holidays
• 401K with Company match

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Albireo Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.