Sr. Automation Engineer (BMS & EPMS)

Albireo Energy; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Time

Paid Holidays

401K match

Job summary

Albireo Energy seeks a Senior Controls Design Engineer to lead the design and development of complex HVAC/industrial control systems, focusing on PLC logic and HMI/SCADA architecture. You will work with Rockwell, Emerson, GE, Schneider Electric, and Ignition, delivering high-quality control solutions.

The role involves up-front design, programming, and documentation, with approximately 30% national travel to client sites and regional offices.

Qualifications

• 7+ years PLC/PAC logic design and programming using IEC-61131 languages.
• 7+ years HMI/SCADA design experience with distributed architectures.
• 5+ years electrical design of control panels and automation systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and development of PLC logic based on narratives and requirements.
• Architect HMI/SCADA graphics, standards, and system layouts.
• Create detailed electrical schematics, panels, and BOMs.
• Prepare design documentation including I/O lists and networks.
• Support commissioning, testing, and design validation.
• Present designs to customers and internal teams.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI/SCADA design

Electrical schematics

Industrial networks

IEC-61131

Modbus TCP/IP

Ethernet/IP

PROFINET

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's in EE

Tools

Rockwell Studio 5000

Emerson

GE

Schneider Electric

Ignition

Job description

Description

The Senior Controls Design Engineer is responsible for leading the design and development of complex HVAC/industrial control systems, with a strong focus on PLC logic design, HMI/SCADA architecture, and electrical control systems engineering. This role emphasizes upfront design, programming, and documentation using industry-standard platforms including Rockwell Automation, Emerson, GE, Schneider Electric, Ignition and others. The position requires strong understanding of systems, and a commitment to delivering high-quality design packages and control solutions.

In this position your duties will include:

• Developing PLC logic design and programming based on control narratives, sequences of operation, and project requirements.


• Designing HMI/SCADA system architecture, graphics, and standards.


• Creating and reviewing detailed electrical control schematics and panel designs.


• Preparing design documentation including I/O lists, network architectures, control narratives, and bill of materials.


• Supporting field activities such as commissioning, functional testing, and design validation.


• Integrating systems using a wide variety of serial and Ethernet-based industrial communication protocols.


• Leading and/or supporting Factory Acceptance Testing and design reviews.


• Supporting proposal development, including reviewing plans, specifications, and scope documents.


• Presenting technical designs and solutions to customers and internal stakeholders.


• Preparing technical reports, and design deliverables.

Position Parameters: This role requires approximately 30% national travel, including travel to client sites, regional offices, and project locations as needed to support business operations.

• 7+ years of PLC/PAC logic design and programming experience using IEC-61131 languages.


• 7+ years of HMI/SCADA system design experience, including multi-node or distributed architectures.


• 5+ years of electrical design experience related to control panels and industrial automation systems.


• Demonstrated experience with industrial communication protocols including Modbus TCP/IP, Ethernet/IP, PROFINET, and serial equivalents.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills.


• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, Computer Science, or related field; or equivalent demonstrated experience.

Preferred Certifications (or willingness to obtain):

• Rockwell Automation Certified Programmer or equivalent RA technical certifications (e.g., ControlLogix/Studio 5000).


• Siemens or Schneider Electric automation certifications.


• ISA certifications such as ISA CAP (Certified Automation Professional).


• Ignition (Inductive Automation) Core or Gold Certification.


• UL 508A Industrial Control Panel certification familiarity (designer-level knowledge).


• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 safety certification.

• Medical Insurance


• Dental Insurance


• Vision Insurance


• Basic Life Insurance


• Voluntary Life Insurance


• Short Term & Long Term Disability


• Paid Vacation


• Paid Sick Time


• Paid Holidays


• 401K with Company match

Pre-Employment Requirements:

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of applicable pre-employment screenings, which may include a background check and drug screening, conducted in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Positions where driving is an essential function will also require a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).

Work Authorization:

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.

Agency Submissions:

Albireo Energy does not accept unsolicited candidate submissions from third-party recruiting agencies. Candidate ownership will only be recognized when submitted under an active, authorized agreement and through our official Applicant Tracking System. Submissions received without a prior agreement will be considered the property of Albireo Energy.

Albireo Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Allqualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.