PLC Engineer

Divcon Controls

$90K — $120K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Technical Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience as a PLC Programmer/Engineer
  • Proficient in Studio 5000 / Rockwell Automation software
  • Experience with complex chiller or boiler systems
  • Skilled in developing redundancy strategies for PLCs
  • Strong organizational and documentation abilities
  • Thrive in a fast-paced collaborative environment
  • Self-directed with minimal oversight required

Responsibilities

  • Meet with clients to understand automation requirements for facility systems
  • Develop PLC programs for HVAC and mechanical system control
  • Implement changes to existing PLC databases per customer requests
  • Provide technical expertise in design reviews and client meetings
  • Support commissioning teams during system start-up and troubleshooting
  • Collaborate with contractors for successful equipment integration
  • Debug installation issues during commissioning and validate systems
  • Document programming workflows and system configurations for turnover

Benefits

  • Hands-on, client-facing role in a critical industry
  • High-impact position within large-scale data center environments
  • Opportunity for collaboration with contractors and vendors
  • Support for continuous learning in automation technologies
  • Participation in a fast-paced, innovative engineering culture
Full Job Description
About the role:

The PLC Engineer is responsible for developing, testing, and programming electronic control systems for large-scale data center environments using Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs). This role is hands-on, client-facing, and essential to ensuring precise, reliable, and scalable automation across HVAC, mechanical, and electrical systems.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Meet with clients to understand mechanical, electrical, and automation requirements for large-scale facility systems.
  • Develop PLC programs to control HVAC and mechanical systems supporting tightly regulated data center environments.
  • Implement customer-requested changes and updates to existing PLC databases and control strategies.
  • Provide technical expertise during client meetings and design reviews.
  • Support field and commissioning teams during system start-up, troubleshooting, and validation activities.
  • Collaborate with contractors and vendors to ensure successful integration of equipment, controls, and sub-systems.
  • Debug installation issues during static and dynamic commissioning of building automation and special systems.
  • Diagnose and resolve system errors in PLC logic, hardware, and communication networks.
  • Document programming workflows, logic changes, and system configurations for project turnover.


Qualifications:

  • 5+ years of experience as a PLC Programmer/Engineer
  • Experience with Studio 5000 / Rockwell Automation software
  • Proven experience programming complex chiller or boiler systems (central plants)
  • Experience developing redundancy strategies and programming redundant PLC controller managers
  • Strong organization, task management, and documentation skills
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, highly collaborative engineering environment
  • Self-directed, proactive, and capable of managing work with minimal oversight
  • Willingness and ability to travel up to 25-30%, including potential for extended site assignment

Preferred

  • Bachelor's degree in Software, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering
  • Experience with Ignition SCADA, HMIs, or EPMS/BMS integrations
  • Data center or hyperscale infrastructure experience


Benefits & Total Rewards:

  • Opportunities for Growth

Hands-on training and career advancement in an exploding data-center industry.

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

We cover 100% of individual medical premiums and help offset the cost of family coverage.

  • 401K with Employer Match

Eligible after 90 days, with company matching to help you invest in your future.

  • Disability Coverage

Both short- and long-term disability insurance provided at no cost to our employees.

  • Flexible PTO

Take time off when you need it, no accruing time necessary.

  • Field-Based Employee Benefits

For eligible field-based roles that require travel, Divcon covers all business travel expenses and provides a per diem, phone allowance, tools, and PPE at no cost. Eligible employees also receive paid training and additional reimbursable business expenses.

Divcon does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Agencies must have a signed agreement in place prior to submitting any candidate. Unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Divcon, and no fees will be paid.

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