Controls Engineer

ITAC•Chester, VA

12d•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Controls Engineer at ITAC, you will play a key role in the design and implementation of electrical & control systems for a variety of projects in industries such as power generation, pulp & paper, utilities, chemicals, food & beverage, and more. With our multidisciplinary approach, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with colleagues from different disciplines and different regions of the US to develop innovative design-build solutions that exceed client expectations.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
Minimum of 4 years of experience in industrial controls, automation, or electrical engineering.
Hands-on experience programming and troubleshooting Rockwell Allen-Bradley PLCs is required.
Experience developing PLC ladder logic and supporting industrial control systems.
Working knowledge of HMIs, SCADA systems, and industrial networking.
Experience with AC/DC motors, drives, VFDs, instrumentation, and control systems.
Understanding of electrical drawings, schematics, and industrial automation documentation.
Familiarity with industrial communication protocols such as Ethernet/IP, Profibus, Profinet, or Modbus.
Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Ability to work in both office and industrial plant environments.

Responsibilities

Program, configure, troubleshoot, and maintain Rockwell Allen-Bradley PLCs and associated control systems.
Develop, modify, and optimize PLC ladder logic, control strategies, and automation solutions.
Design and support HMI and SCADA applications for industrial processes.
Maintain automation software backups and control system documentation.
Troubleshoot and resolve PLC, HMI, communications, instrumentation, and control system issues.
Support startup, commissioning, and validation of new equipment and automation systems.
Develop electrical and controls engineering documentation, including: I/O Lists and Drawings, Loop Diagrams, Motor Elementary Drawings, Conduit and Cable Schedules, Panel Schedules, Power Distribution Diagrams, Control Panel Layouts, Equipment Specifications.
Interpret and work from P&IDs, General Arrangements, Equipment Lists, and process documentation.
Assist with the design and specification of: Motor Control Centers (MCCs), Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), Industrial Control Panels, Electrical Distribution Systems.
Support electrical equipment upgrades, installations, and modernization projects.
Identify root causes of equipment failures and implement corrective actions.
Analyze equipment and process data to improve reliability, productivity, and operational performance.
Work closely with operations and maintenance teams to implement automation improvements.
Improve alarm management, reporting systems, and operator interfaces.
Participate in continuous improvement and reliability initiatives.
Support planned outages, shutdowns, and maintenance activities.
Participate in the planning and execution of controls and electrical projects.
Coordinate with multidisciplinary engineering teams, contractors, vendors, and plant personnel.
Support project schedules, budgets, and technical deliverables.
Conduct testing, commissioning, and field verification activities.
Perform quality reviews of engineering work and documentation.