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1mo ago

Automation Engineer

Control Works, Inc. Saint Charles, IL

Saint Charles, IL

1mo ago Closed

$84k - $105k/yr Full time Electrical Engineering AutoCAD Electrical Autocad Electrical

This position is no longer accepting applications (closed Sep 19, 2026).

Job Description

Join Control Works, Inc. as an Automation Engineer on an onsite team in Saint Charles, IL. This exempt salaried role combines hands-on field service with full project ownership, including software development and control system readiness before customer installation. You will also be supported by a benefits package that includes 401(k) with matching, health and dental insurance, and paid time off.

What you’ll do

The Automation Engineer provides project management from project scope through client installation, while writing software that controls machinery. The mix of field service and project management can vary based on available work. Site visits are part of determining overall scope, building project timelines, and coordinating the path from development to shipping and installation.

Manage projects from scope definition through client installation, including site visits to confirm overall scope
Develop and follow project timelines, coordinate electrical schematic development, and complete final quality checks of the control system before shipping
Provide installation services after the project has shipped
Write software to control machinery using ladder logic and text-based programming languages (including Allen Bradley, B&R, Beckhoff, and Ignition)
Perform field service troubleshooting, including diagnosing electrical issues in the field
Complete other duties or responsibilities as assigned

Required skills and qualifications

BS in an Engineering discipline (Electrical, Mechanical, Software). Other disciplines may be considered based on abilities
Knowledge of general PC applications, including Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel
Ability to write software in Ladder Logic and text-based programming languages
Experience with electrical diagraming tools such as AutoCAD Electrical and/or See Electrical
Ability to think critically and creatively
Ability to work independently and make site decisions
Physically able to lift at least 50 lbs
Ability to climb onto machinery as required

Tools and technologies

Ladder Logic, Allen Bradley, B&R, Beckhoff, Ignition
AutoCAD Electrical, See Electrical
Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel

Logistics, salary, and role details

Work location: In person (onsite)
Exempt salaried position
Typical schedule: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, 40 hours per week, though based on workload and deadlines (project/deadline oriented, not time based)
Supervision: Immediate supervisors are the company owners; this position does not require supervision of any employees
Travel: In-state and out-of-state travel may be required depending on work requirements
Pay: $84,286.81 - $105,000.00 per year

Benefits

401(k) and 401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off

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2mo ago

I&C Control System Engineer - Principal

Delan Associates, Inc Aiken, SC

Aiken, SC

2mo ago Closed

Full time Senior 3d Modeling AutoCAD

This position is no longer accepting applications (closed Aug 11, 2026).

Job Description

Delan Associates, Inc is seeking a Principal I&C Control System Engineer to lead advanced engineering on EPC projects from an onsite base in Aiken, SC. This role provides the chance to shape technical direction, guide multidisciplinary teams, and collaborate closely with clients, vendors, and project management to deliver robust control systems.

Responsibilities

Oversee a defined project area as the engineering discipline representative, ensuring technical accuracy across all project phases.
Assume a lead role on assigned projects, handling engineering tasks of advanced complexity.
Under the Discipline Lead Engineer, provide guidance and supervision to other engineers and designers.
Evaluate and independently recommend technically sound solutions aligned with project requirements.
Develop and review specifications and design criteria.
Perform analyses and calculations, specify materials, equipment and systems, and resolve complex technical problems.
Coordinate technical issues with other disciplines, project management, vendors, and clients.
Execute work in line with the Project Quality Plan and project procedures.
Work within approved project scope, cost, and schedule baselines.
Develop and review estimates, schedules, and progress reports, including effort-hour estimates and staff forecasting.
Establish and monitor material quantities, providing analysis and forecasts.
Provide technical support for equipment and material procurement and subcontracting, including scopes of work, technical bid evaluations, and vendor submittal reviews.
Support construction administration activities, including responses to RFIs and field changes.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

U.S. Citizenship required.
Bachelor of Science in Control Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or related engineering field, plus at least 15 years of relevant experience.
Professional Engineer (PE) license.
Working knowledge of applicable federal (including DOE orders), state, and local codes and standards.
Strong communication skills with audiences including project management, coworkers, clients, vendors, and subcontractors.
Job-related technical knowledge necessary to complete the duties of the role.
Advanced knowledge of discipline codes and standards.
Ability to work in compliance with local, state, and federal codes, statutes, and guidelines.
Attention to detail and the ability to work in a time-conscious and time-efficient manner.
Intermediate computer skills, including word processing, email, spreadsheets, and electronic presentations.
Significant experience delivering Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) services on large industrial projects.
Proficiency executing large EPC projects with engineering analysis, 3D modeling, and 2D CAD automation tools in a multi-discipline environment.

Technologies

Intergraph SPI (SmartPlant Instrumentation)
Bentley MicroStation
Autodesk AutoCAD
3D modeling tools
2D CAD automation tools

Work Location

In-Office at Aiken, SC or Greenville, SC

Discipline Specific Requirements

Perform a broad range of I and C design activities, including control system architecture, digital systems, PLC and DCS design, network configuration, logic development, switches, process controls, P&ID development support and review, HMI, communication protocols, routing and layout, SIL considerations, and procurement activities.
Conduct control system sizing calculations for control valves, relief valves, flow elements, thermowells, and other instrumentation.
Create instrument indices and datasheets, generate reports, and monitor wiring and loop development in the Intergraph SPI database.
Develop complex control systems narrative specifications and installation requirements.
Develop control system logic diagrams and cause and effect diagrams.
Represent control systems in model reviews and monitor 3D modeling produced by the design group using review software.
Review and audit specifications for DCS, PLC, and SIS hardware and software applications.
Monitor DCS, PLC, and SIS designs developed by the design group.

Preferred Qualifications

Advanced knowledge of material availability and cost.
Experience designing systems for nuclear facilities under ASME NQA-1 requirements.
Proven ability to manage and lead large projects.
Proficiency in project setup, control-level scheduling, progress reporting, and close-out.
Practical field experience.
EPC project experience in DOE or other U.S. Federal Government contexts.
Experience with nuclear facilities under a nuclear quality assurance program.
Experience in manufacturing, pharmaceutical, or biotechnology environments.
Proficiency with Bentley MicroStation, AutoCAD, and Intergraph SPI.
Experience specifying instrumentation and handling control systems procurement.
Ability to interpret P&ID representations and identify problems in control systems depiction.
Experience developing control strategies and representing them on P&ID drawings.
Knowledge of safety requirement specifications for Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS).
Practical experience in Layer of Protection Analysis (LOPA) and Hazard and Operability (HAZOP) reviews, including SIL assignment.
Experience with SIL verification calculations and commissioning and startup of DCS, PLC, and SIS systems.

EPC Project Experience

U.S. Department of Energy or other U.S. Federal Government Agency projects.
Nuclear facilities operating under a nuclear quality assurance program.
Manufacturing, pharmaceutical, or biotechnology sectors.

Advanced Knowledge

Specifying instrumentation and control system procurement.
P&ID representation, recognizing and reporting issues related to control systems on P&ID drawings.
Developing control strategies and representing them on P&IDs.
Safety requirement specifications for Safety Instrumented Systems.
LOPA and HAZOP methodology, SIL assignment, and SIL verification calculations.
Commissioning and startup experience for DCS, PLC, and SIS installations.

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