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Control Systems Engineer Jobs

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1d ago

Electrical Engineer – Industrial Controls, Cables, and Test Equipment

Creare Hanover, NH

Hanover, NH

1d ago

$90k - $140k/yr Full time Electrical Engineering Control Systems Controls

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Job Description

Creare in Hanover, NH is seeking a hands-on Electrical Engineer to design, build, and validate complex electromechanical systems. The role centers on creating test apparatus, wire harnesses, control panels, and industrial automation setups to support R&D initiatives.

This full-time, onsite position offers a salary range of USD 90,000 to 140,000 per year and requires a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field, along with at least five years of practical experience.

Responsibilities

Design and build test apparatus, wire harnesses, and control panels for R&D systems
Select, program and configure VFDs, PLCs, and other industrial control components
Support system integration, troubleshooting, and validation of prototypes
Follow industry standard practices and regulatory standards like UL 508A, NFPA 79, and NFPA 70
Develop and maintain documentation including wiring diagrams, BOMs, and test procedures, using SolidWorks Electrical, Microsoft Office, and related software tools

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, science or related field
Minimum 5 years of experience in hands-on electrical product design, system integration or industrial automation (preferably in an R&D environment)
Proficiency with SolidWorks Electrical and familiarity with ECAD tools
Experience with VFDs, PLCs, and control system programming
Proficiency with Labview preferred
Strong understanding of wiring standards, panel layout, and harness design
Excellent collaboration and communication skills

Technologies

SolidWorks Electrical
ECAD tools
Microsoft Office
Labview

Benefits

substantial annual staff bonus (e.g., 20% of annual earnings for 2024)
industry-leading 401(k) contributions and plan options
a range of medical plans
potential for a signing /startup bonus

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2d ago

Senior Automation and Controls Engineer

CDM Smith Irvine, CA

Irvine, CA

2d ago

$120k - $210k/yr Full time Electrical Engineering Senior Allen-Bradley

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Job Description

Senior Automation and Controls Engineer position in Irvine, CA (hybrid) for CDM Smith.

Responsibilities

Develop automation project solutions with guidance from senior staff.
Program, test, and commission SCADA systems using PLC and HMI software including Rockwell Studio 5000, Schneider Electric Unity, GE iFix, Rockwell FactoryTalk, and AVEVA InTouch for System Platform.
Configure SCADA servers, workstations, networks, and wireless links such as cellular, radio, and Wi-Fi.
Develop SCADA reports using Dream Reports, XL Reporter, or Hach WIMS.
Perform field acceptance testing (FATs) and on-site inspections to verify contractor conformance with control system requirements.
Create instrumentation and control system designs from basic to moderately complex, including P&IDs, architectures, specifications, and control descriptions for programming.
Prepare control system preliminary design reports (PDRs).
Review shop drawings for control components, instrumentation, and panel wiring diagrams (basic to moderately complex).
Respond to contractor RFIs under limited supervision.
Independently develop basic to highly complex Operations & Maintenance manuals for PLC and HMI programming.
Prepare budgets and construction cost estimates for automation projects.
Prepare proposals and client presentations under senior supervision.
Travel to project sites for client meetings, support on-call contracts, and start-up of control systems within the region.
Perform other duties as required.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Chemical or Mechanical Engineering, or Engineering Technology or related discipline; Professional Engineering (PE) license.
Minimum 7 years of related experience.
Equivalent additional directly related experience may substitute for the degree.
Domestic and/or international travel may be required, up to 20% of the time.
Valid driver's license required.

Technologies

Rockwell Studio 5000
Schneider Electric Unity
GE iFix
Rockwell FactoryTalk
AVEVA InTouch for System Platform
Dream Reports
XL Reporter
Hach WIMS
Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)
3D CAD drafting
4D CAD drafting
Microsoft Office

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with Water/Wastewater I&C projects.
Experience within an engineering or construction firm.
Experience leading teams.

Skills and Abilities

Expert knowledge of instrumentation, controls and related system designs; PLC and HMI proficiency.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Proficient with Microsoft Office suite.
Working knowledge of Operational Technology (OT) cybersecurity solutions.
Knowledge of 3D and 4D CAD drafting.

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8d ago

Controls / Electrical Engineer

MEA Inc Elk Grove Village, IL

Elk Grove Village, IL

8d ago

$115k - $130k/yr Full time Electrical Engineering Allen-Bradley AutoCAD

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Job Description

MEA Inc offers a collaborative, growth‑focused environment in a global leader of electrohydraulic actuators and controls. As a close‑knit, family‑owned company, MEA emphasizes reliability, safety, and performance across critical industrial applications. In this onsite role, you will lead design, engineering, documentation, production collaboration, and field support for control systems on electrohydraulic actuation projects, with opportunities to supervise and interact with customers and internal teams. This position is based in Elk Grove Village, Illinois, with a salary of $115,000 - $130,000 per year. The role reports to the Engineering Manager and may involve travel to support installations worldwide.

Responsibilities

Program PLCs for MEA actuation products from concept through production, covering ladder logic and function block approaches.
Develop electrical schematics, research and select components, and design layouts for control panels and enclosures to meet project objectives.
Perform electrical calculations, including component and system power consumption.
Collaborate with customers and MEA management to define project scope, deliverables, timelines, and milestones based on requirements and specifications.
Produce electrical schematics, component layout drawings, and bills of materials (BOMs).
Create test procedures to validate new programs and revisions to existing ones.
Review customer documentation and drawing markups returned to MEA and distribute internally as needed.
Generate engineering change requests (ECRs) and resolve non-conformance reports (NCRs) as required.
Escalate customer change requests and scope changes to the Engineering Manager and Sales as needed.
Support the Sales team with proposal reviews and new product development, including listing exceptions to RFQs when applicable.
Prepare system specification documents aligned with MEA proposals to customers.
Chair internal and customer engineering review meetings as required.
Maintain internal MEA project and job documentation.
Troubleshoot and debug system controls during production and factory acceptance testing.
Travel as needed to support new installations at industrial facilities and field service activities.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering with a minimum of 5 years of related experience.
Experience across multiple PLC platforms, with preference for Allen Bradley, Schneider, Siemens, and Wago.
Proficiency in ladder and function block PLC programming methods.
Strong knowledge of electrical systems and detailed hands‑on experience.
Ability to analyze the interaction of mechanical and electrical systems in closed‑loop actuation design.
Experience with AutoCAD and SolidWorks preferred.
Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
Adaptable to changing priorities and deadlines, with the ability to multitask and work under time pressure.
Self‑motivated and capable of working independently for extended periods.
Willingness to pursue training, coursework, and certifications to rapidly build skills and knowledge.
Strong problem‑solving abilities and the capacity to make quick, sound decisions.
Willingness to engage in hands‑on assembly and testing of prototypes.
Valid US driver’s license and a US passport or willingness to obtain one.
Residence within commuting distance of the facility to enable in‑office work Monday through Friday.

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9d ago

Communications Systems Engineer – Ship Control

General Dynamics Electric Boat Groton, CT

Groton, CT

9d ago

Full time Electrical Engineering Communications Control Systems

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Job Description

Entry-level Communications Systems Engineer in Groton, CT (onsite) to support a multidisciplinary team in developing, designing, maintaining, certifying, and lifecycle-supporting the ship control system for safe operation of US submarines, across disciplines including systems, computer, electrical, and aerospace engineering.

Responsibilities

Contribute to system and component engineering efforts for conceptualization, development, verification, deployment, and ongoing maintenance of a complex hardware–software ship control system.
Analyze, refine, and review requirements and verification plans for system, hardware, and software development.
Assist in developing and evaluating system-level architecture concepts.
Support software development by managing interface definitions and performing requirements analysis; activities may include code development, code peer review, and functional testing.
Provide concept-to-production engineering support for various electrical and electronic hardware components, including circuit design, component selection, electronics packaging, procurement, documentation, prototyping, troubleshooting, and qualification.
Develop test plans and environments, execute tests, and analyze data.

Requirements

Bachelors of Science degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Physics
0-5 years of postgraduate experience

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11d ago

Controls Design Engineer (EPMS), CDE

Amazon Data Services, Inc. Seattle, WA

Seattle, WA

11d ago

$117k - $160k/yr Full time Electrical Engineering Automation BMS

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Job Description

This onsite Seattle role at Amazon Data Services, Inc offers a competitive compensation range of USD 116,800 to 160,000 per year and a comprehensive benefits package. The position supports AWS Data Center Global Services by coordinating Building Management System and Electrical Power Monitoring System design, standards, and documentation across global data center projects. It emphasizes cross‑team collaboration, design review, and driving innovation in data center controls and automation initiatives. Global travel may be required to manage and support project initiatives.

Benefits

Sign-on payments
Restricted Stock Units (RSUs)
Health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans
EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
Mental Health Support
Medical Advice Line
Flexible Spending Accounts
Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage
401(k) matching
Paid time off
Parental leave

Responsibilities

Knowledge of EPMS programming and design, Modbus communication protocol, electrical distribution systems, single-line diagrams, complex electrical concepts, and data center redundancy
Review MEP drawings with a focus on electrical drawing sets for EPMS design content
Create EPMS scopes of work (SOW), provide RFI support, and review technical vendor proposals during bid review process
Coordinate with each regional project manager to review and finalize project SOWs
Review electrical Long Lead Equipment (LLE) submittals to ensure EPMS scope is captured
Attend Factory Witness Tests (FWTs) and Equipment Qualification Tests (EQTs) to perform EPMS point validation and test EPMS device functionality on first of kind electrical equipment
Create, update, and maintain controls points list and specifications, EPMS drawing templates, Basis of Design (BOD) documentation, and project specific SOW documents
Develop and disseminate specification documents for global projects
Lead and facilitate collaboration with multiple teams including construction, programmers, MEP/ACS engineers, and team managers as necessary to accomplish initiative goals
Manage and prioritize requests for information on new construction builds, existing site facilities support, and legacy site enhancement projects
Serve as central point of contact for multiple internal and external groups regarding EPMS design standards
Ability to successfully operate in high security critical environments while maximizing productivity
Drive innovation of new solutions to support initiatives, team, and company goals
Interaction with AWS cloud services and other applications to present, archive and analyze accumulated data
Anticipate roadblocks and risks while providing escalation management
Travel globally as needed to manage and support project initiatives

Requirements

5+ years of relevant work in a data center or other critical environment experience
3+ years in utilizing or generating Electrical drawings and design engineering documents focused on data center or critical environment projects
3+ years in designing or contributing to the design of Controls and Monitoring solution projects
1+ year project management experience focused on data center or critical environments projects. Demonstrates large scale coordinated efforts with multiple project stakeholders
B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related engineering degrees as well as 5+ years of related experience in professional environments
Experience with the use and programming of electrical power monitoring systems (EPMS)
Experience working with Modbus communication protocol
Knowledge of electrical single-line diagrams, electrical distribution systems, complex electrical concepts, and data center redundancy
Knowledge of Data Center Facilities Infrastructure and operation (PDU, UPS, Generators, etc)

Technologies

EPMS
BMS
Modbus
AWS cloud services

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15d ago

OT Cybersecurity Engineer

Vantage Data Centers Management Company LLC Denver, CO

Denver, CO

15d ago

$110k - $120k/yr Full time Automation Control Systems Cybersecurity

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Job Description

Vantage Data Centers offers a comprehensive benefits package, a culture that prioritizes uptime, security, and collaboration, and a clear path for professional growth. This onsite role in Denver provides the opportunity to shield critical OT/ICS operations by partnering with operations, security, and vendor teams to advance robust OT cybersecurity practices.

Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Life and AD&D insurance
Short and long term disability coverage
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
401(k) with company match
Access to additional voluntary benefits

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the Senior OT Cybersecurity Engineer to represent OT security at regional forums, engaging site operations, vendors, and internal stakeholders to ensure consistent OT cybersecurity adoption.
Deploy and manage Secure Remote Access and Privileged Access Management solutions to control and monitor third party access to critical OT environments.
Conduct OT asset discovery, maintain inventories, and classify risk using OT monitoring platforms; support deployment and tuning of ICS/OT IDS solutions.
Lead vulnerability assessments of OT assets and coordinate remediation with Automation, Site Operations, Networking, and Cyber Security teams.
Integrate OT security monitoring into SOC workflows, including alert tuning and playbook development.
Partner with data center operations to preserve uptime and operational resilience while applying cybersecurity controls.
Assess products and technologies considered by Data Center teams for cybersecurity implications prior to adoption or deployment.
Perform OT cybersecurity risk assessments aligned with industry best practices and frameworks, contributing to audits and governance activities.
Implement and support OT monitoring and analytics tools to improve threat detection, hunting, and forensics.
Evaluate OT system criticality and potential operational impacts from cyber events to inform resilient architecture design.
Research, develop, and operationalize defensive TTPs for OT threat detection and response; advance OT cyber resiliency architectures.
Collaborate with other departments to review network architectures for security best practices and alignment.
Coordinate with vendors to produce and maintain detailed deployment diagrams, procedures, and plans.
Maintain documentation and represent the Cybersecurity team in client vendor and stakeholder meetings.
Stay informed about industry trends, threats, and security tools to support enterprise security efforts.
Perform ad hoc duties to support the company’s security goals.

Technologies

Secure Remote Access (SRA) and Privileged Access Management (PAM)
OT monitoring platforms and ICS/OT IDS solutions
Building Management Systems (BMS) and Electrical Power Management System (EPMS)
SCADA platforms and PLC platforms (Siemens, Schneider, Rockwell)
Industrial protocols (Modbus, DNP3, BACnet, OPC, S7, CIP)
Passive OT monitoring solutions (Tenable, Nozomi, Claroty)
Firewalls, IDS/IPS, DPI, WAF, Web filtering, App Control
Networking environments (routing, switching, VLANs, security, wireless)
SIEM, SOAR, and XDR technologies
Windows and Linux server architectures within IT/OT environments
Cloud and virtualization platforms supporting OT workloads

Requirements

5 to 10 years of OT cybersecurity experience
Hands-on experience deploying and configuring OT security solutions in OT settings
Design and implementation experience for IDS or SRA, network segmentation, firewalls, and endpoint security
Practical knowledge of one or more: Building Management Systems, EPMS, SCADA, PLC platforms (Siemens, Schneider, Rockwell), and industrial protocols
Experience with passive OT monitoring tools such as Tenable, Nozomi, or Claroty
Familiarity with networking equipment and concepts plus SIEM, SOAR, and XDR technologies
Experience with Windows and Linux servers in IT/OT environments, and with cloud/virtualization for OT workloads
Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field; or 4 additional years of engineering experience (military, public or private sectors)
3 years of cybersecurity risk assessment experience in IT/OT settings
Strong understanding of ICS/OT cybersecurity frameworks and OT network protocols
ISA/IEC 62443 certificates preferred; GICSP, GRID, CIP or similar certifications preferred
Knowledge of MITRE ATT&CK for ICS, NERC CIP, and NIST SP 800-61 Rev. 2 and 800-82
Familiarity with PERA and general cybersecurity frameworks (ISO 27001/27002, NIST CSF, NIST 800-53)
Project management skills and proficient Excel capabilities
Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to communicate transparently and timely
Expected travel under 20 percent, with potential increases during construction; may require after-hours availability

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15d ago

OT Cybersecurity Engineer

Vantage Data Centers Management Company LLC Columbus, OH

Columbus, OH

15d ago

$110k - $120k/yr Full time Electrical Engineering Automation Control Systems

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Job Description

Onsite OT/ICS cybersecurity engineer responsible for auditing, designing, and implementing OT cybersecurity controls across global ICS/OT environments, leading risk assessments, monitoring, and threat detection to protect data center operations.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the Senior OT Cybersecurity Engineer to represent OT cybersecurity regionally, participating in meetings with site operations, vendors, and internal stakeholders to drive consistent OT cybersecurity practices.
Implement and manage Secure Remote Access (SRA) and Privileged Access Management (PAM) solutions to control and monitor third party access to critical OT environments.
Perform OT asset discovery, inventory management, and risk classification using OT monitoring platforms; support the deployment and configuration of ICS/OT IDS solutions.
Conduct vulnerability assessments on OT assets and coordinate remediation with Automation Systems, Site Operations, Network, and Cyber Security teams.
Support integration of OT security monitoring into SOC workflows, including alert tuning and playbook development.
Coordinate with data center teams to ensure cybersecurity controls do not impact uptime or operational resilience.
Conduct cybersecurity assessments of products and technologies considered by Data Center teams prior to adoption and deployment.
Perform OT Cybersecurity Risk assessments against best practices and industry frameworks (ISA/IEC 62443, NIST SP 800-82, NIST CSF) and participate in audits.
Implement and support OT cybersecurity monitoring and analytics tools to improve threat detection, threat hunting, and forensic investigations.
Assess criticality of OT systems and evaluate potential operational impacts of failures or cyberattacks to inform resilient OT architecture design.
Research, develop, operationalize, evaluate, and improve OT defensive TTPs for detecting and responding to cyber threats.
Research and develop OT Cyber Resiliency solutions, including OT/ICS SCADA cyber defense architectures.
Collaborate with other departments to review network architectures and ensure security best practices are utilized.
Engage with vendors to ensure detailed diagrams, procedures, and deployment plans are created and maintained for each deployment.
Maintain and create documentation as needed and represent the Cybersecurity team in meetings with clients' vendors and stakeholders.
Stay informed about industry trends, threats, and tools to support enterprise security.
Perform ad hoc duties to support the company’s security goals.

Requirements

5 to 10 years of experience in OT cybersecurity.
Hands-on experience deploying and configuring OT security solutions in an OT environment.
Design and implementation experience for IDS, SRA, network segmentation, firewalls, and endpoint security.
Experience with Building Management Systems (BMS), Electrical Power Management System (EPMS), SCADA platforms, and PLC platforms (Siemens, Schneider, Rockwell).
Familiarity with industrial protocols (Modbus, DNP3, BACnet, OPC, S7, CIP) and passive OT monitoring solutions (Tenable, Nozomi, Claroty).
Experience with firewalls (IDS/IPS/DPI/WAF/Web Filter/App Control), networking environments (routing, switching, VLANs, security, wireless), SIEM, SOAR, and XDR.
Knowledge of Windows and Linux server architectures in IT/OT environments, plus cloud and virtualization platforms supporting OT workloads.
Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or 4 additional years of engineering experience (military/public/private sectors).
3 years of experience performing cybersecurity risk assessments in IT/OT environments.
Strong understanding of cybersecurity frameworks for ICS/OT environments and OT network protocols/topologies.
ISA/IEC 62443 certificates are preferable; related certifications such as GICSP, GRID, CIP, CISSP, CompTIA Security+, CompTIA Network+, or CISM are preferred.
Understanding of MITRE ATT&CK for ICS or NERC CIP frameworks; familiarity with NIST SP 800-61 Rev. 2, 800-82; PERA; ISO/IEC 27001/27002, NIST CSF, and NIST SP 800-53.
Demonstrated project and program management skills; strong Excel proficiency; excellent written and verbal communication.
Travel expectations: < 20% initially, potentially higher during construction projects; available outside standard hours as required.

Technologies

Secure Remote Access (SRA), Privileged Access Management (PAM)
Building Management Systems (BMS), Electrical Power Management System (EPMS), SCADA
PLC Platforms (Siemens, Schneider, Rockwell); Modbus, DNP3, BACnet, OPC, S7, CIP
Passive OT monitoring tools (Tenable, Nozomi, Claroty)
IDS/IPS/DPI/WAF/Web Filter/App Control, Routing, Switching, VLANs, Security, Wireless
SIEM, SOAR, XDR; Windows and Linux servers; Cloud and virtualization platforms

Benefits

Health insurance including medical, dental, and vision
Life and AD&D insurance
Short-term and long-term disability insurance
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
401k with company match
Additional voluntary benefits

Additional Preferred Requirements

Networking certifications (eg, CCNA, CCNP)
Security certifications such as CISSP, CompTIA Security+, CompTIA Network+, or CISM
SANS certifications (GICSP, GIAC GRID, GCIA, GNFA, etc.)
Certified SCADA Security Architect (CSSA)
Data center experience strongly preferred

Physical Demands and Special Requirements

Occasional standing, walking, sitting, and use of hands to handle objects; reaching with hands and arms; climbing stairs; balancing; stooping or kneeling; talking and hearing
Occasional lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds

Additional Details

Salary Range: 110,000 to 120,000 USD base with bonus potential; varies by location
Eligible for full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, PTO, 401k match
Compensation may exceed the stated range based on qualifications and experience
Employment classification: on-site, hybrid arrangements may apply