Senior Controls Engineer-NM
Major Responsibilities
Project Execution
Identify, prioritize, and schedule tasks with accountability for meeting deadlines
Detect issues early and contribute to timely resolution
Work under the guidance of senior engineers on various automation and control projects
Maintain direct and consistent communication with clients
Ensure compliance with relevant codes, standards, and contractual requirements
Contribute to engineering design and implementation, focusing on software (PLC/DCS, HMI) and assisting with hardware integration and system architecture
Support all stages of testing and commissioning: factory acceptance, site acceptance, user acceptance, and training
Prepare and maintain technical documentation including requirements, status updates, RFIs, control narratives, customer correspondence, and software comments
Program logic, design HMI graphics, configure device communications, and manage control databases
Review and update technical documents such as PFDs, P&IDs, wiring diagrams, conduit schedules, I/O lists, and instrumentation datasheets
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance tools, templates, and execution methodologies
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Chemical, Controls, or Computer Engineering preferred) or equivalent technical education and experience
3+ years of relevant experience in process control, automation, manufacturing, or industrial systems
Experience with Rockwell and/or GE Cimplicity preferred
Hands-on experience in design, development, and deployment of PLC, DCS, and/or SCADA/HMI systems
Strong documentation and collaboration skills; experience with tools like SharePoint is a plus
Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including professional interaction with clients and project stakeholders
Valid driver's license with willingness to travel up to 25%
Preferred Qualifications
Experience across multiple industries (e.g., Oil & Gas, Chemicals, Water/Wastewater)
Proficiency in Schneider Unity and Allen-Bradley ControlLogix (PlantPAx a plus)
Familiarity with HMI/SCADA platforms like ICONICS or Wonderware
Field experience in system checkout, testing, startup, and commissioning
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