RNG Controls & Automation Lead- Facilities Construction

Turner & Townsend•Wendell, ID

About The Position

We are seeking a RNG Controls & Automation Lead to provide technical leadership and hands-on support across multiple Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) facilities. This role supports the Facilities Engineering and Operations & Maintenance (O&M) teams while serving as the primary point of contact for automation, instrumentation, and controls-related activities. The successful candidate will operate with autonomy, demonstrate strong technical and operational depth, and manage interfaces with internal stakeholders and external vendors.

Requirements

Minimum 10+ years in E&I, automation, or controls within energy, industrial, or similar environments.
Backgrounds in RNG, oil & gas, manufacturing, utilities, or other industrial operations all considered.
Proficiency with Rockwell Automation software (Studio 5000, FactoryTalk View, RSLinx, Historian tools, etc.).
Strong working knowledge of PLCs, instrumentation, industrial networking, and troubleshooting.
Familiarity with ICS cybersecurity principles and site‑level implementation.

Nice To Haves

Degree or technical certification in Electrical, Instrumentation, Automation, or a related discipline (preferred but not required).

Responsibilities

Lead Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) support for RNG assets, including onsite troubleshooting and regular field engagement with site team.
Oversee maintenance and upgrades of IT/OT systems including: Rockwell ControlLogix / CompactLogix PLCs
Instrumentation and sensors
Alarm notification systems (e.g., Win‑911 or similar)
Electrical systems such as VFDs, breakers, and control panels
Act as the primary point of contact for all automation, controls, and instrumentation vendors.
Coordinate work scopes, troubleshoot vendor-delivered solutions, and ensure adherence to site standards.
Provide working-level support for industrial networking (switches, VLANs, remote access, firewalls as applicable).
Collaborate with IT and cybersecurity teams to uphold secure, compliant, and resilient OT environments.
Support cyber hardening activities, patching support, asset inventory, remote-access security, and compliance initiatives.
Interface with Operations & Maintenance to ensure reliability, uptime, and safe work execution.
Provide guidance on control system modifications, instrumentation specifications, and site improvements.
Maintain documentation and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.