Senior Controls Engineer – PLC/SCADA & Automation

M.C. Dean, Inc.; Harrisonburg (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative work environment

Innovation-driven projects

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Controls Engineer 3 in Harrisonburg, Virginia. This role involves designing, developing, and maintaining control systems across various industries, with responsibilities including programming PLCs, leading project teams, and troubleshooting existing systems. Candidates should have a Master's or Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering with relevant experience, strong programming skills, and the ability to work on complex automation issues. The position offers opportunities for innovation and career growth in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Proficient in programming languages such as ladder logic and structured text.
• Experience in reading electrical and control schematics.
• Experience in control system startup, configuration, and calibration.

Responsibilities

• Design and originate documents for small projects.
• Lead programming efforts for automation applications.
• Perform troubleshooting on service calls to existing systems.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Troubleshooting PLCs

Electrical schematic understanding

Programming languages proficiency

Experience with SCADA solutions

Education

Master's degree in electrical engineering or related field

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

PLC Software

SCADA platforms

Job description

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Controls Engineer 3 in Harrisonburg, Virginia. This role involves designing, developing, and maintaining control systems across various industries, with responsibilities including programming PLCs, leading project teams, and troubleshooting existing systems. Candidates should have a Master's or Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering with relevant experience, strong programming skills, and the ability to work on complex automation issues. The position offers opportunities for innovation and career growth in a collaborative environment.