Senior Controls Engineer-NM

LVI Associates; Santa Fe (NM); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Control Engineer, where you will lead automation and control projects. This role involves collaborating with senior engineers, maintaining client communication, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. With a focus on software and hardware integration, you'll contribute to innovative solutions across various industries. If you're passionate about process control and eager to make an impact, this is the perfect opportunity to advance your career in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant experience in process control and automation.
• Hands-on experience with PLC, DCS, and SCADA/HMI systems.

Responsibilities

• Identify and schedule tasks for project execution.
• Ensure compliance with codes and standards in engineering design.

Skills

Process Control

Automation

Documentation Skills

Communication Skills

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Rockwell

GE Cimplicity

PLC/DCS

HMI/SCADA

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

SharePoint

Job description

Job Description for Senior Control Engineer

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This range is provided by LVI Associates. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$100,000.00/yr - $125,000.00/yr

Major Responsibilities

• Project Execution
• Identify, prioritize, and schedule tasks with accountability for meeting deadlines
• Detect issues early and contribute to timely resolution
• Work under the guidance of senior engineers on various automation and control projects
• Maintain direct and consistent communication with clients
• Ensure compliance with relevant codes, standards, and contractual requirements
• Contribute to engineering design and implementation, focusing on software (PLC/DCS, HMI) and assisting with hardware integration and system architecture
• Support all stages of testing and commissioning: factory acceptance, site acceptance, user acceptance, and training
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation including requirements, status updates, RFIs, control narratives, customer correspondence, and software comments
• Program logic, design HMI graphics, configure device communications, and manage control databases
• Review and update technical documents such as PFDs, P&IDs, wiring diagrams, conduit schedules, I/O lists, and instrumentation datasheets
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance tools, templates, and execution methodologies

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Chemical, Controls, or Computer Engineering preferred) or equivalent technical education and experience
• 3+ years of relevant experience in process control, automation, manufacturing, or industrial systems
• Experience with Rockwell and/or GE Cimplicity preferred
• Hands-on experience in design, development, and deployment of PLC, DCS, and/or SCADA/HMI systems
• Strong documentation and collaboration skills; experience with tools like SharePoint is a plus
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including professional interaction with clients and project stakeholders
• Valid driver's license with willingness to travel up to 25%

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience across multiple industries (e.g., Oil & Gas, Chemicals, Water/Wastewater)
• Proficiency in Schneider Unity and Allen-Bradley ControlLogix (PlantPAx a plus)
• Familiarity with HMI/SCADA platforms like ICONICS or Wonderware
• Field experience in system checkout, testing, startup, and commissioning

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time