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Senior Controls EngineerCates Control Systems, Inc. • Wylie, TX, US
Senior Controls Engineer

Senior Controls Engineer

Cates Control Systems, Inc. • Wylie, TX, US
2 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Overview

Job Description

Are you ready to bring excitement and innovation to the world of automation controls engineering? Look no further! We're seeking a talented individual to join our family-friendly team where fun meets cutting-edge technology.

Cates Controls Systems is headquartered in Wylie, TX and is looking to hire a Senior Controls Engineer. Joining the Cates team is both challenging and rewarding. You will become an important member of a very talented and dynamic team within our industry.

Why Join Us?

  • Work with an innovative, growing team in automation and controls
  • Contribute to exciting, diverse projects in industries like food, beverage, and manufacturing
  • Thrive in a values-driven company culture that puts people first
  • Opportunity for leadership, innovation, and continuous learning

Job Purpose

As a Senior Controls Engineer, you will lead project execution from concept to commissioning for a wide range of automation systems. You'll be hands-on in designing, programming, implementing, and optimizing control and MES systems—while mentoring junior engineers and guiding teams through complex automation challenges.

Key Responsibilities

  • Demonstrates knowledge and implementation of Business Intelligence systems; i.e. Wonderware System Platform, Inductive Automation, Dashboard programming, etc.
  • Database Development and Design.
  • SQL Query Optimization.
  • Data Modeling and Database Administration.
  • Troubleshooting and Debugging SQL Code and stored procedures.
  • Proficiency in SQL Programming.
  • Strong Knowledge of Database Management Systems (DBMS)
  • Data Analysis and Reporting.
  • Demonstrates knowledge and implementation of design strategies for enterprise databases, data warehouse systems, and multidimensional networks.
  • Set standards for database operations, programming, query processes, and security. Model, design, and construct large relational databases or data warehouses.
  • Identify changes in scope and notify Project Manager in a timely manner
  • Assist in the design of control systems (I / O and Motor lists, P&IDs, etc.)
  • Develop approaches to solve problems, handle customer demands, changes and complaints
  • Guide less experienced employees technically
  • Contribute a broad technical competence to the team, along with superior communication, correspondence, and mediation skills
  • Assist in managing project's resources, schedule, budget and scope
  • Provides input and resolves issues during the Estimating and Fabrication processes
  • Create Functional Requirements Specification documents with the corresponding FAT and SAT plans
  • Develop MES systems and procedures for customers to help meet their needs.
  • Design and develop database structures and systems to integrate into control and process systems.
  • This position will require about 50% travel, both domestic and international.
  • Education and Experience

  • BS Degree in Engineering or equivalent in Automation experience plus ten years of experience
  • Multiple Major Automation Provider Certifications or Professional Engineer
  • Soft Skills

  • Leadership Training
  • Ability to lead teams
  • Communication
  • Demonstrate mastery of Automation programming software
  • Read and modify electrical schematics, PFDs and P&IDs
  • Strong communications skills and ability to incorporate high performance teams of diverse individuals
  • Can set the direction for an entire project team
  • Excellent customer service skills with a proven record of high client satisfaction
  • Requires only periodic direction from the Project Manager
  • Demonstrate strong communication with colleagues, management and customers
  • Completes tasks on schedule
  • Complies with the rules, procedures and policies as delivered by the organization
  • Get the appropriate colleague, manager or customer involved to resolve issues early on in the development process
  • Hard Skills

  • RS Logix
  • Wonderware System Platform
  • Rockwell FactoryTalk View Studio
  • OSHA
  • NEC / UL 508A
  • VFD Setup (A-B, Yaskawa, Mitsubishi, etc.)
  • AutoCAD
  • Solve problems and learn quickly
  • Provide technical competence during project execution
  • Help in the design and implementation of control systems
  • More About Us

    Cates Control Systems was founded over 40 years ago and is an award-winning systems integration company that partners with manufacturing firms to develop and implement automation solutions to increase production, improve quality and reduce costs. Our customers are extremely diverse and spread all over North America (and a few internationally). Our customers make roofing shingles, fry potato chips, roast coffee, process poultry and beef, distill water, bottle apple juice, and ship all over the world.

    Cates is committed to delivering quality solutions that we stand behind through service and support. Our vision is to positively impact the lives of others. We are a fun, friendly company with a strong family atmosphere and 12 core principles that guide us at every step in our success. Our culture is firmly rooted in the values of honesty, integrity, commitment, and reliability. To learn more about Cates, please visit us at www.cates.com .

    Job Type

    Full-time

    Pay range

    $120-$145k

    Benefits

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance
  • Schedule

  • Monday to Friday
  • Weekend availability
  • Supplemental pay types

  • Bonus pay
  • Willingness to travel

  • 50% (Preferred)
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