Senior Controls Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Controls Engineer to join our growing engineering team in Wilmington, MA. This role is ideal for a hands-on engineer who enjoys designing, programming, and implementing control systems for complex industrial processes and machinery. The position involves working on a variety of exciting projects across multiple industries, ensuring top-quality control system performance, reliability, and efficiency.

You will be responsible for developing system architecture, programming PLC, DCS, and HMI / SCADA systems, creating detailed documentation, and providing commissioning support at client facilities. This position offers the opportunity to take technical ownership of projects, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and guide junior engineers.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement control systems for industrial processes and machinery
• Develop system architecture and select control components
• Create detailed electrical schematics and technical documentation
• Program PLC, DCS, and RTU controllers using Ladder Logic, Structured Text, and other programming languages
• Develop and configure HMI and SCADA systems for process visualization
• Work with industrial databases to archive and display system data
• Support system checkout, startup, and commissioning at client sites
• Collaborate with clients, vendors, and internal project teams to deliver high-quality results on time and within budget
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and technicians
• Manage small-scale projects and coordinate engineering activities as needed

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Compensation and Benefits