Senior Controls Engineer - Travel-Heavy Automation Leader

BW Design Group; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

BW Design Group in Irvine, California is seeking an experienced Automation Engineer to develop and implement automation solutions for capital projects and manufacturing operations. You will design, configure, test, commission, and start up integrated control systems across PLC, HMI/SCADA, control panel, and commissioning activities.

The role requires 5+ years of automation experience, strong knowledge of Allen-Bradley/Rockwell platforms, and willingness to travel for project installation and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, chemical engineering or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of automation experience required.
• Willingness to travel to client sites as needed.

Responsibilities

• Develop automation solutions through design specifications, software configuration, testing, commissioning, and start-up activities
• Design automation control systems and create project documentation and drawings that meet client requirements
• Program PLCs and HMI/SCADA systems, including Allen-Bradley, Rockwell, FactoryTalk, Cimplicity, Wonderware, and Ignition platforms
• Configure software and hardware packages according to client design specifications
• Diagnose automation problems and support troubleshooting in high-intensity manufacturing environments
• Communicate project progress, risks, and technical updates to stakeholders throughout the engagement
• Manage engineering project deliverables to agreed schedule, scope, and client expectations
• Coordinate site construction, installation, and start-up support for integrated control systems
• Validate and commission facility systems using established execution protocols
• Support successful system turnover to customers through clear documentation, testing, and technical communication

Skills

Automation experience

PLC/SCADA design

HMI/SCADA systems

Industrial controls

Field instrumentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field

Tools

Allen-Bradley

Rockwell

FactoryTalk

Cimplicity

Wonderware

Ignition

Job description

BW Design Group in Irvine, California is seeking an experienced Automation Engineer to develop and implement automation solutions for capital projects and manufacturing operations. You will design, configure, test, commission, and start up integrated control systems across PLC, HMI/SCADA, control panel, and commissioning activities.

The role requires 5+ years of automation experience, strong knowledge of Allen-Bradley/Rockwell platforms, and willingness to travel for project installation and