Controls & Systems Engineer

EnergyX•Austin, TX

97d•$100,000 - $140,000

About The Position

EnergyX is seeking a skilled and experienced Controls & Systems Engineer to join its engineering team. The role designs, develops, and implements instrumentation and control systems for industrial applications, applying control theory, process instrumentation, and systems integration. The engineer will work with EnergyX engineers on projects involving disruptive materials and engineering systems intended to transform aspects of the energy industry. The position includes designing electrical and instrumentation (E&I) and control systems, developing PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems, specifying instrumentation, and creating or reviewing P&IDs and control schematics. It also involves selecting instrumentation based on materials of construction (MOC) and chemical-process compatibility; commissioning, testing, calibration, and troubleshooting systems; and preparing project documentation. The engineer must ensure designs comply with industry standards and safety regulations and stay current with control technology and best practices. Travel of 25% is required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or a related field.
At least 5 years of instrumentation and control engineering experience in an industrial setting.
Hands-on experience with multimeters for sensor installation, high-voltage component validation, and motor health checks.
Experience with IEC 61131-3 PLC programming, including structured text, ladder logic, and function block diagrams, for process control on PLCs such as Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Mitsubishi, or Schneider.
Experience with Ignition software, including server commissioning, PLC communication, tag historian, and HMI design.
Experience with OPC UA and/or Modbus communication protocols.
Strong understanding of process instrumentation, control theory, and automation systems.
Proficiency with basic power tools for tasks such as adding panel knockouts, installing instrumentation, and system fabrication.
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Ability to travel 25%.
NFPA 70E electrical training is required.

Nice To Haves

Experience with DCS (Distributed Control Systems) and advanced control strategies.
Familiarity with Linux-based server commissioning.
Knowledge of cybersecurity practices for industrial control systems.
Familiarity with ISA, IEC, and NFPA industry standards.
Experience with programming languages such as Python, C++, or MATLAB for control applications.
Control systems or instrumentation certification, such as ISA Certified Control Systems Technician.

Responsibilities

Design and build E&I and control systems, including panel wiring, PLC programming, HMI development, and SCADA development and integration.
Develop instrumentation specifications and selection criteria for projects.
Create and review P&IDs and control schematics.
Select instrumentation based on materials of construction and compatibility with chemical processes.
Perform commissioning electrical work, including adding and validating sensors and wiring motors.
Integrate control systems with existing infrastructure and ensure seamless operation.
Perform system commissioning, calibration, and troubleshooting.
Conduct factory acceptance tests (FAT) and site acceptance tests (SAT) for control systems.
Prepare project documentation, including control narratives, functional specifications, and user manuals.
Ensure instrumentation and control designs comply with industry standards and safety regulations.
Stay updated with advancements in control technology and best practices.
Work with EnergyX engineers on projects involving disruptive materials and engineering systems for the energy industry.