Senior Controls Engineer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Tennessee.

📋 Description

• Oversee the design and implementation of control systems across various material handling projects.

• Create electrical designs, including field device layouts, control panel schematics, and electrical diagrams utilizing AutoCAD Electrical or EPLAN.

• Choose components, design control networks, develop Bill of Materials (BOMs), and confirm equipment selections.

• Program PLCs and create HMI/SCADA solutions.

• Commission and troubleshoot systems on-site; assist with testing, startup, and validation processes.

• Offer technical support during installation and perform field troubleshooting as necessary.

• Ensure project delivery aligns with timelines, scope, and customer expectations.

• Aid in the development and upkeep of controls standards, templates, and reusable code libraries.

• Lead or assist in R&D initiatives and internal projects aimed at enhancing control capabilities.

• Collaborate with vendors to assess and implement new technologies.

• Identify opportunities for value engineering without sacrificing system performance.

• Act as a senior technical contributor on multidisciplinary project teams (including Project Management, Mechanical, Field, etc.).

• Mentor junior engineers and actively promote knowledge sharing within the Controls team.

• Engage in controls team initiatives, process enhancements, and tool development.

• Support recruitment initiatives and provide insights regarding technology and software vendors.

• Communicate effectively and proactively with project teams and leadership.

• Represent DCS with professionalism during site visits, client meetings, and supplier engagements.

• Foster a collaborative and accountable team culture.

• Attend weekly controls meetings and participate in internal training sessions.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 10 years of relevant experience (or 14 years without a degree), preferably in material handling or industrial automation.

• Proficient in advanced PLC programming and experienced in HMI/SCADA development.

• Familiarity with industrial networking architectures and communication protocols.

• Competent in designing control panels and selecting electrical components.

• Mechanically inclined and comfortable transitioning between design tasks and field environments.

• Resourceful, self-motivated, and enjoy addressing complex technical challenges.

• Strong collaboration skills, clear communication abilities, and ownership of results.

• Capable of managing multiple fast-paced projects while maintaining attention to detail.

• Willingness to travel up to 50%, based on project requirements.

🏝️ Benefits

• We take pride in our family-oriented culture and a relaxed yet focused work atmosphere.

• Competitive salaries and comprehensive health benefits are provided.

• Our 401K plan offers a 100% match up to 5%.

• Participation in our Discretionary Profit-Sharing Program is available.

• Employees enjoy flexibility and autonomy in their roles.

• We engage in community outreach projects throughout the year.

• We know how to celebrate with fun company events.

• While we work hard, we also have a great time—darts, anyone?