Lead Control Systems Engineer

RoviSys

$90K — $130K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 2-8 years of experience in automation
  • Proficient in control platforms like Rockwell Controllogix, PlantPAx, FactoryTalk, or Emerson DeltaV
  • Deep understanding of control system design and coding
  • Self-motivated with strong communication skills
  • B.S. in Electrical, Chemical, Computer Engineering, or related field

Responsibilities

  • Lead small to medium-sized project teams
  • Assist in identifying changes in project scope and creating change orders
  • Understand project scope and adhere to schedules
  • Translate functional requirements into system configurations
  • Design network architectures and control strategies for control systems
  • Act as a technical contact for clients
  • Stay updated on new technologies and apply learned skills

Benefits

  • Competitive base salary with performance bonuses
  • Travel incentives and per-diem packages for field assignments
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) plan with company matching contributions
  • Generous paid time off including vacation, holidays, and personal time
  • Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development
Full Job Description
Overview

Works directly with customers to define functional requirements and design, configure, commission and qualify control systems.

Responsibilities
  • Owns and leads projects with small to medium sized teams for projects.
  • Assists Project Manager in identifying changes in project scope and developing change orders.
  • Demonstrates an understanding of the project scope and schedule.
  • Translates functional requirements to system configuration.
  • Designs control systems’ network architectures and control strategies.
  • Serves as a technical contact for customers.
  • Has a firm competency of one or more control systems platforms or industrial processes.
  • Adapts to new technologies by applying learned concepts and functionality.

Day to Day Activities:

  • Interfacing with the clients in design meetings and conference calls
  • Working with the project team leading less experienced engineers and taking direction from the project manager or lead engineer
  • Programming controllers with Rockwell and Siemens
  • Designing electrical control cabinets and panels
  • Testing the system configuration to verify functions
  • Travel to client site for project meetings
  • Travel to client site for system commissioning
Qualifications
  • 2-8 years of experience in automation
  • Experience in a controls platform, preferred systems below:
    • Rockwell Controllogix
    • Rockwell PlantPAx
    • Rockwell FactoryTalk View/Studio
    • Emerson DeltaV
    • Experience on other control system platforms
  • Thorough understanding of control system design and coding
  • Self-motivated, excellent communication skills, and enjoy working with people
  • B.S. in Electrical, Chemical, or Computer Engineering or Engineering Technology or related degree
Compensation & Benefits Highlights
  • Competitive Base Salary: $90,000–$130,000, depending on experience 

  • Performance Bonuses: Bonus structure designed to reward results 

  • Travel Perks: Travel incentives + per-diem packages for field assignments 

  • Full Benefits Package: Medical, dental, and vision coverage 

  • Retirement Ready: 401(k) with company match 

  • Time Off: Generous PTO which includes vacation, holidays, and unlimited personal time 

  • Grow With Us: Ongoing training, certifications, and professional development support 

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