Sr. Automation Engineer (BMS & EPMS)

Albireo Energy; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Job summary

Albireo Energy, LLC is seeking a Senior Controls Design Engineer to lead the design and development of complex HVAC and industrial control systems, focusing on PLC logic, HMI/SCADA architecture, and electrical control systems engineering using Rockwell, Emerson, GE, Schneider Electric, Ignition, and other platforms.

You will create and review detailed electrical schematics, control narratives, and BOMs, and participate in commissioning, testing, and validation.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of PLC/PAC logic design and programming 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.
• Experience with Modbus TCP/IP, Ethernet/IP, PROFINET, and serial protocols.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, robotics, computer science, or related field; or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop PLC logic design and programming based on control narratives and project requirements.
• Design HMI/SCADA system architecture, graphics, and standards.
• Create and review electrical control schematics and panel designs.
• Prepare design documentation including I/O lists, network architectures, control narratives, and BOMs.
• Support field activities such as commissioning, testing, and design validation.
• Integrate systems using industrial communication protocols.
• Lead and/or support Factory Acceptance Testing and design reviews.
• Present technical designs to customers and internal stakeholders.

Skills

PLC/PAC logic design

HMI/SCADA design

Electrical design

Industrial protocols

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

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.

Benefits

• 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.