Comfort Systems USA

Controls Engineer

Comfort Systems USA$80K — $110K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical and/or Controls Engineering from an accredited four-year program.
  • Minimum 2 years as a Controls/Automation Engineer for an Equipment Packager or a Systems Integrator.
  • Proven proficiency in PLC and HMI programming, preferably with Rockwell/Allen-Bradley systems.
  • Hands-on experience with control panel integration and basic circuit design.
  • Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to communicate effectively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

  • Interpret electrical drawings, including one-line diagrams and control panel schematics.
  • Support controls system design and develop PLC and HMI programs.
  • Create and review Bills of Materials (BOMs) for projects.
  • Collaborate with engineering and project teams on controls scope execution.
  • Lead commissioning and troubleshooting activities for controls systems.
  • Serve as primary customer contact for technical inquiries related to controls.
  • Document sequences of operation and functionality of systems.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for career advancement within a growing engineering company.
  • Exposure to diverse industrial and renewable solution projects.
  • Collaborative team environment with the opportunity to lead initiatives.
  • Professional development resources for skills enhancement.
Full Job Description
POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Controls Engineer's role is to provide engineering, design, and programming services for the engineering group. Responsibilities will include key involvement in all phases of development, design, execution, and field support of the controls designs of all industrial and renewable solutions products/projects.

The Controls Engineer will also play a key role in developing Controls design standards and practices for all industrial related products & projects.

KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Interpret and work from electrical drawings including one-line diagrams, network layouts, and control panel schematics
  • Support controls system design, including panel layouts, I/O design, and circuit development
  • Develop and modify PLC and HMI programs for assigned projects
  • Create and Review Bills of Materials (BOMs)
  • Work with design team to provide complete manufacturing drawings.
  • Work with engineering and project teams to execute controls scope for projects
  • Support field activities including commissioning, startup, and troubleshooting
  • Serve as primary customer contact, respond to internal and customer technical inquiries related to controls systems
  • Participate in project meetings as needed (kickoff, design reviews, etc.)
  • Assist in documenting sequences of operation and system functionality
  • Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, and communication networks
  • Support projects in the field as required, including sitework if necessary.
  • Other responsibilities as assigned by TAS.


JOB SKILLS:
  • Highly motivated, self-starter with a strong working knowledge of controls and automation systems.
  • Technical aptitude and the ability to read, support development of, and interpret P&ID's and Control loops
  • Strong ability to read and interpret:

-Electrical diagrams

-Electronic datasheets

-Control panel schematics

-Network/communication layouts
  • Hands-on experience with:

-PLC programming (Rockwell/Allen-Bradley preferred)

-HMI development (PanelView, Wonderware, Siemens, or similar)

-Basic circuit design and panel integration
  • Familiarity with industrial communication protocols:

-Modbus (TCP/IP, RTU)
  • Experience with VFDs and motor control systems
  • Familiar with Instrumentation and different process inputs/voltages
  • Basic AutoCAD experience and ability to review drawings
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
  • Good communication skills and ability to work in a team environment


EDUCATION & TRAINING:
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical and/or Controls Engineering from an accredited four-year program
  • A substitution of military leadership and/or technical work experience may be considered in lieu of a technical degree.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in technical writing and comprehensive documentation.


MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
  • Minimum 2 years as a Controls/Automation Engineer for an Equipment Packager or a Systems Integrator.
  • Must be able to design, configure, program, install & commission PLC, HMI and I&E equipment.


PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:
  • Field commissioning/startup experience.
  • Data Center design experience is a plus.
  • Industrial HVAC, energy service contracting or central chilled water plant experience.


PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Position is at least 80% to 95% at a desk working with computer. Ability to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Performs other physical activities including use of fingers, sitting, stooping, bending, crouching, talking, hearing, and performing repetitive motions. Visual acuity requirements include color, depth perception and field of vision necessary to prepare and analyze data and figures, operate a computer terminal, and conduct extensive reading. The incumbent will be subject to inside environmental conditions.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Position is at least 80% to 95% at a desk working with computer. Ability to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Performs other physical activities including use of fingers, sitting, stooping, bending, crouching, talking, hearing and performing repetitive motions. Visual acuity requirements include color, depth perception and field of vision necessary to prepare and analyze data and figures, operate a computer terminal and conduct extensive reading. The incumbent will be subject to inside environmental conditions.

The above declarations are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job described, nor are they intended to be such a listing of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Rather, they are intended only to describe the general nature of the job.

Applications and resumes will be kept on file for a limited time and that the Company is under no duty or obligation to contact applicants if they are not selected for the job applied for or if other jobs become available in the future. Applicants that desire to apply for a job that becomes available at the Company in the future, should submit a new employment application or resume.

About Comfort Systems USA

Comfort Systems USA is a leading provider of commercial, industrial, and institutional heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) services. The company's services include design, installation, maintenance, and repair of HVAC systems, as well as energy management and building automation services. Comfort Systems USA has a national presence, with over 120 locations across the United States, and a workforce of over 12,000 employees. The company is committed to sustainability and has implemented a number of initiatives to reduce its environmental impact, including reducing waste and energy consumption. Comfort Systems USA is also committed to safety and has implemented a number of programs to promote a safe and healthy workplace.
Learn more about Comfort Systems USA
Size
13,200 employees
Market Cap
$4.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
$150.1 million
Founded
1997
5 Year Trend
+13.5%
Revenue
$2.8 billion
NASDAQ

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