Senior Controls Engineer

SSOE, Inc.•Scottsdale, AZ

6d•$110,000 - $135,000

About The Position

SSOE is seeking an experienced Controls Engineer to support its growing client base and expanding manufacturing business. The role offers opportunities to work with mature and newer manufacturing processes across a range of industries. The Senior Controls Engineer provides high-level consulting and technical support, represents owners in defining control system requirements, and contributes to business development and project proposals. The position coordinates and leads multidisciplinary project teams, advises stakeholders on design decisions and automation safety, and mentors less experienced staff. Travel to client sites is required, usually 20% to 40%, and may include international travel to Latin America or Canada.

Requirements

Engineering experience in manufacturing environments.
Bachelor's degree in engineering and at least 10 years of related practical experience.
Knowledge of project planning, cost estimating, and scheduling.
Ability to understand organizational goals and objectives and apply them to work assignments.
Experience with DCS, PLC, HMI, MES, and SCADA systems, including advising on costs, contributing to specifications, and assisting with platform and vendor selections.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate clearly with all stakeholders.
Ability to work and communicate remotely in an independent and team-oriented environment.
Ability to travel to client sites.
Familiarity with ANSI, CSA, IEC, ISA, ISO, NEC, NFPA, and RIA standards, as well as OSHA regulations.
Familiarity with processes and procedures for CAPA, HAZOP, LOPA, PHA, SIL, and SIS assessments.
Leadership skills and the ability to lead and influence others.
Critical thinking and analysis skills.
Valid driver's license; may be waived for international assignments.

Nice To Haves

Experience in multiple manufacturing industries.
Professional Engineer (P.E.) license.

Responsibilities

Participate in client contact and provide technical support to business development efforts.
Provide high-level consulting services to clients.
Represent owners in defining new control system requirements and project responsibilities.
Prepare or supervise contract proposals by defining project scope and estimating engineering work.
Serve as a trusted partner to stakeholders making critical design decisions.
Coordinate areas of responsibility among SSOE teams, owner teams, vendors, and subconsultants.
Delegate project work to appropriate departments and discipline leads, oversee multiple project teams, and serve as a subject matter expert.
Plan, organize, supervise, and review the work of engineers and designers assigned to projects.
Anticipate process and design roadblocks and address issues proactively.
Navigate risk and hazard assessments, apply the hierarchy of protective measures, and select mitigation techniques, including mechanical safeguarding and electrical control system performance requirements.
Evaluate and advance machine, system, and automation safety issues through engineering, construction, and operational phases.
Recognize common failure modes and fail-safe concepts for mechanical and electrical control systems.
Participate in company safety programs.
Mentor, coach, tutor, and serve as a resource for less experienced staff.