Senior Controls Engineer, PLC/SCADA Automation

M.C. Dean, Inc.; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative work environment

Passionate team

Growth opportunities

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Controls Engineer (Level 3) to design, develop, and maintain control systems. The ideal candidate will have a master's degree in electrical engineering and at least 3 years of experience in automation and control systems. Responsibilities include leading programming efforts, performing factory tests, and managing technical tasks for junior engineers. This is a full-time position located in McLean, Virginia, with opportunities for growth in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in controls engineering or related field.
• Proficient in PLC programming across multiple platforms.
• Experience with various SCADA systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop control systems and automation solutions.
• Lead programming and configuration efforts for automation projects.
• Perform testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning of control systems.

Skills

Ladder logic programming

Problem-solving skills

SCADA solutions

Electrical schematics reading

Education

Master's degree in electrical engineering

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

PLC programming platforms

SCADA platforms

Job description

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Controls Engineer (Level 3) to design, develop, and maintain control systems. The ideal candidate will have a master's degree in electrical engineering and at least 3 years of experience in automation and control systems. Responsibilities include leading programming efforts, performing factory tests, and managing technical tasks for junior engineers. This is a full-time position located in McLean, Virginia, with opportunities for growth in a collaborative environment.