Senior Controls Engineer

Wunderlich-Malec Engineering; Huntington Beach (CA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Controls Engineer, where your expertise in automation solutions will be pivotal. You'll design and deliver cutting-edge control systems and mentor a talented team while managing significant projects. With a strong focus on client relationships, your success will drive repeat business and innovation. This role offers a dynamic work environment that values your contributions and provides comprehensive benefits, including health and retirement plans. Embrace the opportunity to work with advanced technologies in a supportive and employee-owned culture.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Referral bonuses

401(k) with profit sharing

Paid time off

Holidays

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in automation solutions and control systems.
• Proficient in PLC, HMI, SCADA, and DCS platforms.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement innovative automation solutions for clients.
• Manage projects ensuring profitability and client satisfaction.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI development

SCADA systems

DCS/Delta V platforms

Industrial networking

Leadership

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Control Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Tools

Rockwell Automation FactoryTalk

Ignition

ControlLogix

PLC-5

Emerson DeltaV

Job description

Wunderlich-Malec Engineering (WM) Senior Controls Engineer Position

Wunderlich-Malec Engineering (WM) is a 100% employee-owned ESOP and one of the largest and most well-established engineering companies in the United States. We have a Senior Controls Engineer position available in our Huntington, CA office.

When you join WM, you become part of a company that is:

• 100% employee-owned with 40+ years of industry experience
• A Top 5 Systems Integrator Giant
• ENR Top 500 Firm

This role requires technical proficiency in automation solutions involving PLC, HMI, SCADA, and DCS/Delta V platforms. The engineer will interact with clients, develop specifications, and handle implementation, testing, and commissioning. Leadership qualities, problem-solving skills, and the ability to foster partnerships are essential. Success is measured by securing repeat business with clients.

Major Responsibilities

1. Design and deliver innovative automation solutions, including control system architecture, component selection, schematic development, programming (PLC, DCS/Delta V), HMI/SCADA development, and system commissioning.
2. Design, detail, and implement industrial networking systems using protocols like Ethernet/IP, Profinet, etc., for larger projects.
3. Manage projects up to $1M, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, and team coordination, ensuring profitability.
4. Act as technical lead or project manager, mentoring engineers and technicians, and supporting project execution.

Minimum Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Control, Mechanical, Chemical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent experience.

Experience: Over 5 years in relevant areas, including:

• PLC platforms like ControlLogix, PLC-5
• HMI/SCADA systems such as Rockwell Automation FactoryTalk, Ignition
• DCS platforms like Emerson DeltaV
• Industrial networking and protocols
• Electrical schematics and control panel design
• Leadership and mentoring experience
• Ability to travel up to 10%, mainly within Southern California

Physical Demands and Environment

Includes visual, auditory, dexterity, driving, lifting, and equipment handling in a hybrid working environment.

Benefits and Salary

Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, FSA, HSA, PTO, holidays, tuition reimbursement, referral bonuses, 401(k)/profit sharing, and 100% ESOP. Salary range is approximately $140,000 to $160,000 plus bonuses and stock options.

*Note: This description is not exhaustive of all responsibilities and skills.*