Job Title: Senior Controls Engineer
Location: Albuquerque, NM (On-site)
Experience Level: Mid-Senior
Education: Bachelor's Degree
Industry: Industrial Automation
Salary: $121,000 - $130,000
Relocation Assistance: No
Visa Sponsorship: Not available
Job Description
We have an opening for a Senior Controls Engineer in Albuquerque, NM. This role involves leading the delivery of automation systems for a diverse range of industries, including semiconductor, life sciences, food and beverage, and more. You will have the opportunity to lead a team, interact directly with clients, and guide the development and implementation of automation solutions using PLC, DCS, HMI, and SCADA platforms.
In this leadership role, you will oversee the full project lifecycle from requirements gathering and specification development to testing, commissioning, and qualification of automation systems. This is a key position within the organization, and success is measured by securing repeat business with both new and existing clients.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver innovative automation solutions for industrial processes and machinery, either independently or leading a team.
Develop control system architectures, select appropriate components, and create detailed schematic diagrams and system documentation.
Program PLC, DCS, and RTU controllers, develop HMI/SCADA visualization, and build databases for historical data storage and display.
Implement and commission control systems at client facilities.
Work with industrial networking protocols (Ethernet/IP, Profinet, Modbus, etc.) to design and implement fiber, wired, and wireless systems.
Lead project management activities, including developing project execution plans, schedules, task prioritization, budget tracking, and conflict resolution.
Oversee daily operations of projects up to $1M and ensure project profitability.
Provide technical leadership on design standards, mentoring junior engineers and technicians.
Serve as the Project Manager for smaller projects, ensuring successful delivery within scope and budget.
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor of Science in Electrical/Control Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Computer Science.
Experience:
Minimum 10 years of experience in Controls Engineering.
Expertise with Rockwell Automation, Siemens, and Modicon PLCs.
Proficiency in HMI/SCADA systems, including ICONICS Genesis64, Wonderware ArchestrA, and GE CIMPLICITY.
Familiarity with DCS platforms like Emerson DeltaV or similar.
Experience with SQL, .NET, Power BI, Grafana, and APIs.
Prior experience in industries such as Semiconductor fabrication, Life Sciences, Building Automation, Food and Beverage, and Oil & Gas.
Experience designing electrical schematics and control panels under 480VAC, as well as AutoCAD usage is preferred.
Leadership Experience:
Experience leading engineering teams, providing control system solutions.
Ability to mentor less experienced engineers and technicians.
Field device troubleshooting and job estimating experience.
Physical Demands
Visual acuity, color perception, hearing, clear speech, manual dexterity, driving, lifting, and the ability to mount/dismount equipment, pushing, and pulling.
Working Environment
Standard office environment, on-site office, and industrial environments. Frequent use of personal computers, fax/copy machines, and phones.
If you have a passion for delivering innovative automation solutions and have a diverse engineering skill set, we encourage you to apply for this leadership position.