Controls Engineer

Base pay range

$110,000.00 / yr - $120,000.00 / yr

Insight Global is seeking a talented Controls Engineer to join our client in the industrial and process control systems integration industry. This role is based in Chesapeake, VA, and is a permanent, direct-hire opportunity. The Controls Engineer will work on projects from initial planning through field installation and commissioning, primarily within the Water-Wastewater and Manufacturing sectors.

Responsibilities :

• Design Automation Control Systems : Develop systems based on customer specifications.
• Programming : Create and implement automation and control systems involving PLCs and HMIs.
• Specification : Select electrical equipment and materials, including PLCs, automation control components, and instrumentation.
• Drawing Development : Produce electrical and P&ID drawings.
• Troubleshooting : Resolve hardware and software issues.
• SCADA Systems : Design and debug Data Acquisition systems.
• System Calibration : Power-up, debug, and calibrate control systems for Water / Wastewater, automotive, and manufacturing industries.
• Standardization : Follow company processes and support the development of standardized design platforms.
• PLC Logic and HMI / SCADA Programs : Read, revise, and create new PLC logic, HMI / SCADA programs, and VFD parameters.
• Regulatory Knowledge : Maintain a working knowledge of industry standards and regulations (NEC, IEEE, NFPA, OSHA, etc.).

Skills / Qualifications :

Hands-on experience with troubleshooting, including 480VAC 3-phase, 120 VAC, 24VDC systems, VFDs, and panel design.

Preferred Qualifications :

Seniority level : Mid-Senior level

Employment type : Full-time

Job function : Engineering and Manufacturing

Industries : Manufacturing, Air, Water, and Waste Program Management, and Engineering Services

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