Senior Controls Engineer

Our client is seeking a highly experienced Senior Controls Engineer to lead the design, development, and implementation of advanced automation solutions across multiple industries, including semiconductors, life sciences, food & beverage, oil & gas, mining, and water/wastewater.

In this role, you will serve as a technical lead, working directly with customers and guiding engineering teams through requirements gathering, system design, programming, testing, commissioning, and qualification. This position is ideal for a senior‑level engineer with deep PLC/DCS/HMI/SCADA expertise and strong leadership capabilities.

Onsite | No Visa Sponsorship | No Relocation Assistance

Travel: Occasional local site visits

Please Note: Must be local or have strong ties to Albuquerque

Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, configuration, programming, and commissioning of automation systems using PLC, DCS, HMI, and SCADA platforms.
• Develop control system architectures, functional specifications, and detailed design documentation.
• Program controllers using Ladder Logic, Sequential Function Chart (SFC), Structured Text, and related languages.
• Develop HMI/SCADA applications using VBA, .NET, SQL, and modern visualization tools.
• Design and implement industrial networking solutions (fiber, wired, wireless) using Ethernet/IP, Profinet, Modbus, and related protocols.
• Oversee system integration, testing, FAT/SAT, startup, and troubleshooting activities.
• Provide technical leadership on graphics standards, alarming, scale‑up, and system optimization.
• Mentor junior engineers and technicians, providing guidance on best practices and design standards.
• Support job estimating, project planning, scheduling, and execution for projects up to $1M.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and maintain strong customer relationships.
• Ensure compliance with NEC, industry standards, and internal engineering processes.

Qualifications/Must Haves:

• Experience estimating jobs and supporting project execution.
• Must be local to Albuquerque or have strong ties to the area.
• 10+ years of hands‑on Controls Engineering experience.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for field devices and automation equipment.
• Experience with DCS platforms (e.g., Emerson DeltaV) is a strong plus.
• Proficiency in Ladder, SFC, Structured Text, and related control languages.
• Experience with VBA, .NET, SQL, and data visualization tools (Power BI, Grafana)
• Strong proficiency with PLC platforms: Rockwell Automation, Siemens, Modicon.
• Hands‑on experience with HMI/SCADA platforms such as: ICONICS Genesis64, Wonderware ArchestrA System Platform, GE CIMPLICITY / GE iFIX, Rockwell FactoryTalk View, Schneider / Siemens HMI.
• Strong understanding of industrial communication protocols (Ethernet/IP, Profinet, Modbus)
• Experience designing electrical schematics, control panels, and power distribution under 480VAC.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Computer Science.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with AutoCAD.
• CAP, CCST, or PE certification.
• Experience mentoring or leading engineering teams.
• Experience with large‑scale industrial networking.
• Background in mission‑critical or regulated environments.

Benefits & Perks:

• Employee ownership through ESOP
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• A collaborative, engineering‑driven culture
• Opportunities for professional growth and leadership
• Exposure to diverse industries and cutting‑edge automation technologies