Senior Controls Engineer

globalplacementfirm; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Placement Firm seeks a Senior Controls Engineer in Albuquerque, NM for on-site leadership of advanced automation projects. You will design, program, and commission control systems, mentor junior staff, and engage directly with clients across industries.

Ideal candidates bring 10+ years of experience with PLC/DCS/HMI/SCADA, DCS like DeltaV, and strong skills in wiring, NEC compliance, and AutoCAD. Travel to client sites is possible; relocation and visa sponsorship are not offered.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of controls engineering experience.
• Bachelors in Electrical/Controls/Mechanical/Chemical Engineering or Computer Science.
• Expertise with PLC/DCS/RTU and HMIs/SCADA.
• Experience with SQL, .NET, and data visualization.
• Strong client-facing and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and implementation of control systems for industrial processes.
• Develop control architectures, electrical schematics, and documentation.
• Program PLCs/DCS/RTU and HMIs/SCADA systems.
• Integrate databases for historical data display and analysis.
• Execute system commissioning, testing, and client handoff.
• Design and implement industrial networks (Ethernet/IP, Profinet, Modbus).
• Serve as project lead, managing budgets, timelines, deliverables, and team resources.
• Mentor junior engineers and oversee technical performance.

Skills

Project leadership

Mentoring

Client engagement

Budget management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Controls/Mechanical/Chemical Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

Rockwell PLC

Siemens PLC

Modicon PLC

HMI/SCADA systems

DCS DeltaV

AutoCAD

SQL

.NET

Job description

Senior Controls Engineer

Location: Albuquerque, NM | 100% On-Site
Industry: Industrial Automation
Job Function: Engineering
Experience Level: Mid-Senior (10+ Years)
Education: Bachelors Degree in Electrical, Controls, Mechanical, Chemical Engineering, or Computer Science
Relocation Assistance: Not Offered
Visa Sponsorship: Not Available

Position Summary

A leading engineering and automation firm is seeking a Senior Controls Engineer to lead the delivery of advanced automation systems across various industries. This position involves hands‑on technical work with PLC, DCS, HMI, and SCADA platforms, and includes leadership responsibilities such as mentoring, project oversight, and direct client engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of control systems for industrial processes and equipment.

• Develop control architectures, electrical schematics, and system documentation.

• Program controllers (PLC/DCS/RTU) and HMIs/SCADA systems.

• Integrate databases for historical data display and analysis.

• Execute system commissioning, testing, and client handoff.

• Design and implement industrial network systems (Ethernet/IP, Profinet, Modbus).

• Serve as project lead, managing budgets, timelines, deliverables, and team resources (projects up to $1M).

• Mentor junior engineers and oversee technical performance on assigned projects.

Required Experience

• 10+ years in controls engineering roles.

• Proficient in PLC platforms such as Rockwell, Siemens, and Modicon.

• Skilled in HMI/SCADA systems: Wonderware System Platform, GE Cimplicity, iFIX, ICONICS, FactoryTalk View, and others.

• Experience with DCS platforms such as Emerson DeltaV or equivalent.

• Familiarity with programming languages: Ladder Logic, Structured Text, Sequential Function Charts.

• Working knowledge of SQL, .NET, and modern visualization/reporting tools preferred.

• Expertise in control panel design, NEC compliance, and AutoCAD.

• Industry exposure in: semiconductor, life sciences, food & beverage, building automation, oil & gas, or mining.

• Demonstrated success leading project teams and mentoring engineering staff.

Preferred Skills

• Rockwell and Cimplicity platform experience.

• Web-based data integration and monitoring tools (e.g., Grafana, Power BI).

• Development of standards for graphics, alarming, and control templates.

• Strong client-facing communication and proposal development experience.

Other Details

• Standard office and on-site industrial environments.

• May involve travel to client facilities and occasional hands‑on commissioning.

• Requires physical activity typical of on-site engineering roles (e.g., lifting, mounting/dismounting equipment).