The Senior Automation Controls Engineer designs and implements control systems, troubleshoots existing systems, and mentors entry-level engineers.
Position Overview
Nitricity seeks an experienced Senior Automation Controls Engineer who can deliver innovative automation solutions and design standards. The candidate must be able to conceptualize, detail, document, develop, debug and implement control systems for industrial processes and machinery that meet our evolving requirements. This involves the development of a control system architecture, selecting the components to be used, detailing schematic diagrams and system documentation, programming controllers (PLC, DCS), programming the process visualization (HMI/SCADA), developing databases for archiving/displaying historical system data and implementing/commissioning the control system at our factories. Knowledge of controller programming languages such as Ladder, Sequential Function Chart, Structured Text, and others is required to achieve the desired results.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and implement SCADA, PLC, and HMI systems, ensuring efficient operation and user-friendly interfaces using industry best practices and standards.
- Deliver full documentation of all designs, procedures and training materials that support operations.
- Maintain and troubleshoot SCADA network communications, databases, and industrial control systems.
- Collaborate with IT, engineering, operations, and external partners to resolve system issues and implement new projects.
- Perform initial set up, calibration, troubleshooting, and maintenance of VFDs, motors, and servo systems.
- Mentor, coach, and trained entry-level control engineers.
- Ensure projects are completed within the quoted scope of work, timing, and budget.
- Complete assigned tasks with minimal direct supervision.
Qualifications
- 7+ years of work experience in SCADA, PLC, industrial electrical wiring, and control systems.
- Deep knowledge of SCADA application development, Allen Bradley and Siemens, TIA Portal, and equipment commissioning activities is required.
- In-depth understanding of HMI/SCADA hardware/software platforms such as Inductive Automation Ignition or WinCC OA.
- Experience and deep knowledge of NEC codes.
- Experience implementing multiple facility-level controls projects.
- Experience in the design of electrical schematics, including power distribution up to 480VAC, and control panels.
- Proven experience with conveyor systems, electrical controls, ladder logic, P&ID, control, mechatronics, VFDs, motors, servo, and DCS.
- Experience with OPC Unified Architecture
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical team members.
- A proactive approach, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- A travel minimum of 20% may be required domestically for factory commissioning.
Compensation and Benefits
- $145,000/yr-$170,000/yr
- Equity package
- Medical and dental insurance
- 3 weeks of paid time off
- 7 company holidays
- 4 floating holidays
- 401(k) plan with matching contributions
- Commuter Benefits
Top Skills
Allen Bradley
Dcs
Hmi
Inductive Automation Ignition
Opc Unified Architecture
Plc
Scada
Siemens
Tia Portal
Wincc Oa
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