Senior Controls Engineer – Lead Industrial Automation

Tier4 Group; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Health/dental/vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Tier4 Group in Dallas, TX seeks a Senior Controls Engineer to lead design, development, and commissioning of automation systems across process industries. You will drive project execution, mentor junior engineers, and maintain strong client relationships.

You will specify, program, test, and support PLC, HMI, SCADA and DCS applications, review electrical and instrumentation packages, and ensure compliance with industry standards throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, chemical engineering or related field required.
• 8+ years of relevant experience in industrial automation and controls.
• Experience leading project execution and client-facing activities.
• Ability to mentor junior engineers.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and execution of industrial automation and control system projects of varying size and complexity.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships while identifying opportunities for future project support.
• Design, configure, program, test, and support automation solutions for industrial and process manufacturing environments.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineering team members.
• Conduct engineering evaluations, system analyses, and technical studies while ensuring compliance with applicable industry standards.
• Prepare and review technical specifications, project documentation, and cost estimates.
• Oversee project schedules, deliverables, and scope management while communicating changes and risks to stakeholders.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering efforts throughout the project lifecycle.
• Direct the development of construction packages, control panel designs, and supporting documentation.
• Develop and modify PLC, HMI, SCADA, and distributed control system applications.
• Support installation activities, system commissioning, startup efforts, and operational handoff.
• Collaborate with regulatory authorities, contractors, and project teams to resolve technical and code-related issues.

Skills

Industrial controls

PLC, HMI, SCADA

Project leadership

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Chemical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

PLC programming

SCADA software

Job description

Tier4 Group in Dallas, TX seeks a Senior Controls Engineer to lead design, development, and commissioning of automation systems across process industries. You will drive project execution, mentor junior engineers, and maintain strong client relationships.

You will specify, program, test, and support PLC, HMI, SCADA and DCS applications, review electrical and instrumentation packages, and ensure compliance with industry standards throughout the project lifecycle.