Senior Controls Design Engineer at Albireo Energy

, , United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 May, 26

Salary

160000.0

Posted On

07 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

PLC Logic Design, HMI/SCADA Architecture, Electrical Control Systems Engineering, Rockwell Automation, Emerson, GE, Schneider Electric, Ignition, Control Narratives, Sequences of Operation, Electrical Schematics, Panel Designs, Industrial Communication Protocols, Factory Acceptance Testing, Design Reviews, Proposal Development

Industry

Environmental Services

Description

Description The Senior Controls Design Engineer is responsible for leading the design and development of complex HVAC/industrial control systems, with a strong focus on PLC logic design, HMI/SCADA architecture, and electrical control systems engineering. This role emphasizes upfront design, programming, and documentation using industry-standard platforms including Rockwell Automation, Emerson, GE, Schneider Electric, Ignition and others. The position requires strong understanding of systems, and a commitment to delivering high-quality design packages and control solutions. In this position your duties will include: Developing PLC logic design and programming based on control narratives, sequences of operation, and project requirements. Designing HMI/SCADA system architecture, graphics, and standards. Creating and reviewing detailed electrical control schematics and panel designs. Preparing design documentation including I/O lists, network architectures, control narratives, and bill of materials. Supporting field activities such as commissioning, functional testing, and design validation. Integrating systems using a wide variety of serial and Ethernet-based industrial communication protocols. Leading and/or supporting Factory Acceptance Testing and design reviews. Supporting proposal development, including reviewing plans, specifications, and scope documents. Presenting technical designs and solutions to customers and internal stakeholders. Preparing technical reports, and design deliverables. Position Parameters: This role requires approximately 30% national travel, including travel to client sites, regional offices, and project locations as needed to support business operations. 7+ years of PLC/PAC logic design and programming experience using IEC-61131 languages. 7+ years of HMI/SCADA system design experience, including multi-node or distributed architectures. 5+ years of electrical design experience related to control panels and industrial automation systems. Demonstrated experience with industrial communication protocols including Modbus TCP/IP, Ethernet/IP, PROFINET, and serial equivalents. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, Computer Science, or related field; or equivalent demonstrated experience. Preferred Certifications (or willingness to obtain): Rockwell Automation Certified Programmer or equivalent RA technical certifications (e.g., ControlLogix/Studio 5000). Siemens or Schneider Electric automation certifications. ISA certifications such as ISA CAP (Certified Automation Professional). Ignition (Inductive Automation) Core or Gold Certification. UL 508A Industrial Control Panel certification familiarity (designer-level knowledge). OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 safety certification. Salary Range: $140k - $160k/yr. DOE. Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Basic Life Insurance Voluntary Life Insurance Short Term & Long Term Disability Paid Vacation Paid Sick Time Paid Holidays 401K with Company match Albireo Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Responsibilities

The Senior Controls Design Engineer leads the design and development of complex HVAC/industrial control systems, focusing heavily on PLC logic design, HMI/SCADA architecture, and electrical control systems engineering. Duties include developing PLC logic, designing HMI/SCADA systems, creating electrical schematics, preparing detailed documentation, and supporting field commissioning activities.