Controls Engineer
Location: Orlando, Florida
Salary: $111,000 – $140,000
Relocation: Limited assistance available
Travel: Typically ~10% (up to 30% during project phases)
An established engineering and automation company is seeking an experienced Controls Engineer to work on large-scale automation and control system integration projects.
This role involves end-to-end control system design, from concept development through installation and commissioning. Projects involve complex automation systems across industries including advanced manufacturing and large-scale automated environments.
You will play a key role designing control architecture, developing PLC logic, and ensuring systems meet performance, safety, and reliability requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Design complete electrical and control systems from concept through implementation
Develop control architecture including hardware, software, and network design
Produce electrical panel designs, schematics, and power calculations
Program and implement PLC/DCS control systems
Develop logic using Ladder Logic and Structured Text
Support system commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting
Perform system analysis including:
Short circuit protection
Load flow and power consumption
Harmonics and noise mitigation
Network and processor timing analysis
Produce detailed engineering documentation including:
System descriptions and theory of operation
Control system design documentation
Software design and implementation plans
Test plans and commissioning documentation
Conduct hazard analysis and implement safety-critical control systems
Work closely with engineers, designers, and contractors across multi-disciplinary teams
Manage vendor scope to ensure designs meet safety, technical, and contractual requirements
Provide technical leadership and guidance to junior engineers and technicians
Assist with system start-up, integration, and commissioning activities
Required Experience
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or closely related discipline
5+ years' experience in controls engineering or automation systems
Experience designing control systems from concept stage
Strong experience with PLC programming (Ladder Logic required, Structured Text preferred)
Experience with major automation platforms such as Allen-Bradley or Siemens
Knowledge of electrical system design and industrial automation architecture
Experience producing engineering drawings using AutoCAD
Strong troubleshooting and system analysis skills
Experience working with industrial networks and distributed I/O systems
Desirable Experience
Programming experience in C++ or Visual Basic
Experience with functional safety systems (SIL / PL ratings)
Knowledge of hazard analysis and safety engineering
Experience with complex automated motion systems
Exposure to attractions or ride system engineering environments
Working Environment
This role involves a mix of engineering office work and on-site project environments, including industrial and construction sites. Engineers are expected to support installation and commissioning phases when required.
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