Controls Programmer – Field‑Focused Industrial Automation

JSET Automated Technologies • Sterling, VA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Controls Programmer develops, implements, and troubleshoots control programs for industrial and building automation systems. This is a hands‑on, field-connected programming role , supporting commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting at active job sites-not a desk‑only programming position. Controls Programmers translate sequences of operation into working logic, graphics, alarms, and trends for BMS, EPMS, and SCADA systems.

Requirements

• 2–4 years of industrial or building automation programming experience
• Experience with platforms such as: Niagara Ignition PLC‑based systems (Rockwell preferred)
• Strong understanding of control sequences and real‑world system behavior
• Ability to troubleshoot systems in live operational environments
• Comfort working on job sites, in electrical rooms, and with field teams

Responsibilities

• Program DDC controllers and/or PLCs using approved standards
• Build control logic, point databases, alarms, trends, and schedules
• Develop HMI/graphics for operator and maintenance use
• Support field commissioning and functional testing activities
• Troubleshoot logic, I/O, communications, and device issues onsite
• Configure and document BACnet and Modbus communications
• Maintain backups, version control, and accurate configuration documentation
• Support FAT/SAT testing and commissioning checklists

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed