Sr. Industrial Control Systems (ICS) Engineer

RED Group•Carrollton, TX

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

RED Group is an Industrial Control Systems (ICS) technology development and integration firm specializing in Process Automation, IT/OT Consulting, and Industrial Cybersecurity. We are seeking a driven Sr. Industrial Control Systems (ICS) Engineer to become an integral part of our team. This role supports active, ongoing projects that require local travel and blends in-office collaboration with on-site client support. The Sr. Industrial Control Systems (ICS) Engineer is responsible for the implementation of control systems and DCS/PLC/SCADA programming, including design, development, programming, integration, troubleshooting, commissioning, start-up, and control system optimization. The role also involves providing technical guidance to less experienced engineers and supporting their professional development.

Requirements

10+ years of control systems design and programming experience, focusing on PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems preferred.
Modicon PLC programming languages: Control Expert, Unity, Concept.
Rockwell Automation Software: Logix Designer, Studio5000, RSLogix5000, RSLogix500.
OIT/HMI software development: Wonderware, Intellution, FactoryTalk ME/SE, VTScada, Ignition (Perspective & Vision).
Experience with common control system documents (P&IDs, I/O Lists, C&E Matrices, etc.).
Experience with control systems instrumentation and end elements basic operation and electrical interfaces.
Experience with start-up and commissioning of automation systems.
Experience with control system networking technologies (including industrial communications protocols) and PC networking technologies.
Experience with motor control systems and variable frequency drives (VFD).
Must be able to travel to customer sites in the surrounding area as needed to support project and client requirements.
Ability to partner with clients, vendors, and other team members to deliver projects.
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
Foster and promote a strong safety culture and follow company safety protocols.
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

Nice To Haves

Experience in more than one of the following areas is preferred, but not required: Program and configure PLC, HMI, DCS and SCADA systems.
Experience with Ignition Software highly desired.
Inductive Automation Ignition Core Certification Preferred; Gold Certification a Plus.
Professional Engineering (PE) License a plus.

Responsibilities

Program and configure PLC, HMI, DCS and SCADA systems.
Design, configuration, integration, and implementation of automated equipment.
Develop software/hardware design specifications.
Design, write, test and document PLC/HMI software.
Create Control Narratives, Logic Diagrams, Cause & Effect Diagrams, and Network Diagrams.
Develop and execute control system validation/testing protocols.
Troubleshoot, test, and start-up control systems onsite.
Participate in site visits and meetings as required by project.
Consult with clients to ensure project success.
Interact with project managers/team leads, clients, and other third parties.
Mentor other I&C Consultants/Engineers.