Controls Engineer

Job Title: Controls Engineer (Delta V)

Job Location: Dallas, TX

Position Overview

Our client in Dallas, TX is seeking an experienced Controls Engineer to lead automation projects, with a strong focus on Delta V systems. This role involves working directly with customers, leading teams, and delivering solutions across Delta V, PLC, HMI, and SCADA platforms. Ideal candidates will have proven technical expertise, strong problem-solving skills, and a passion for building customer partnerships.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver innovative automation solutions and design standards either self-directed or as a team leader
• Conceptualize, detail, and implement control systems for industrial processes and machinery
• Develop control system architecture and select appropriate components
• Create schematic diagrams and comprehensive system documentation
• Program controllers (Delta V/PLC, DCS) using various programming languages
• Develop HMI/SCADA systems for process visualization
• Design and implement industrial networking systems using protocols like Ethernet/IP, Profinet, and Modbus
• Lead project management activities including execution planning, budgeting, scheduling, and financial tracking
• Oversee project operations up to $10M while ensuring overall profitability
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior engineers and technicians

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Control Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Computer Science (or equivalent experience)
• 8+ years of experience in industrial automation and control systems
• In-depth understanding of Emerson DeltaV platform
• Experience with PLC-5 to ControlLogix conversions
• Proficiency with PLC platforms (Rockwell Automation, Siemens, Modicon)
• Strong knowledge of HMI/SCADA platforms (Rockwell FactoryTalk, Plant Pax, Aveva System Platform, Ignition)
• Understanding of Batch/Recipes, OEE, MES, and ERP systems
• Experience leading engineering teams and mentoring less experienced engineers
• Ability to travel up to 25% (mostly local to Dallas)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with VBA, .NET, SQL, and Python
• Project Management experience (PMP certification a plus)
• Experience in industries such as Semiconductor, Life Sciences, Building Automation, Food and Beverage
• Experience in electrical schematic design and control panel design
• AutoCAD proficiency

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