Senior Controls Engineer - Construction - Water Division

Path Construction; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Controls Engineer to enhance their water division projects. This pivotal role involves collaborating with project managers and stakeholders to ensure efficient and reliable control systems. The ideal candidate will possess a Master’s degree and have extensive experience in control systems management, particularly in wastewater construction. You will lead technical efforts, mentor junior engineers, and stay abreast of industry trends to drive innovation. Join a rapidly growing company that values technical excellence and offers a supportive environment for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Certification Training

401(k)

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability Insurance

Short-Term Disability Insurance

Company Cellphone and Computer

Qualifications

• Master's degree in relevant field and 7+ years of control systems experience required.
• Strong technical, communication, and leadership skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teams to deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Create and maintain documentation for control system architecture.

Skills

Control Systems Management

PLC Programming

DCS Hardware and Software Knowledge

HMI/SCADA Development

Industrial Automation

Project Management

Problem-Solving Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Master’s Degree in Computer Science

Master’s Degree in Control Systems Engineering

Tools

PLC Programming Tools

SCADA Systems

Networking Infrastructure

Job description

Path Construction seeks a qualified Senior Controls Engineer to join our organization in Arlington Heights, IL. We are a rapidly growing commercial general contractor with additional offices in Charlotte, NC; Knoxville, TN; Tampa, FL; Dallas, TX; and Phoenix, AZ, with projects ongoing throughout the United States. The right candidate will have 7 years of control systems management experience in the wastewater construction industry. Path is looking for someone with great technical skills, good communication skills, strong attention to detail, and strong leadership skills.

As a Senior Controls Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in the success of our operation teams for our water division projects. You will work closely with cross-functional teams from estimating through project delivery to ensure that our control systems are efficient, reliable, and meet the highest standards of performance.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with project managers, superintendents, and other stakeholders to deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Leverage deep understanding and knowledge of advanced control systems for a variety of applications to advance project goals.
• Create and maintain detailed documentation of control system architecture, design, and processes.
• Review system testing, troubleshooting, and optimization to ensure performance and reliability.
• Coordinate site visits with key stakeholders (owners, owner representatives, and subcontractors).
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and technicians.
• Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies to continuously improve our control systems.
• Participate in project reviews and provide technical input for new proposals and designs.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Control Systems Engineering, or a related field (Master’s degree required).
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in control systems design, automation, implementation, preferably in water and waste treatment plants.
• Demonstrate knowledge of both PLC and DCS hardware and software.
• Proficiency in PLC programming (e.g., Emerson, Schneider – Square D, Siemens, Allen-Bradley) and HMI/SCADA development.
• Ability to program PLCs, DCS, HMIs, SCADA systems, and other control devices.
• Strong understanding of industrial automation, robotics, and process control systems in water and waste treatment facilities.
• Experience with motion control, servo systems, and instrumentation.
• Experience with network infrastructure.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in commercial construction, industrial construction, or public works projects.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity principles as they apply to control systems.
• Knowledge of IoT, machine learning, or AI as applied to control systems.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or Certified Automation Professional (CAP) certification.

For the right Project Manager, we offer:

• Competitive Compensation
• Certification Training
• 401(k)
• Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Long-Term and Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Company cellphone and computer
• Financial and Mental Health Support through a third party
• Travel and Entertainment Discount Program