Control System Engineer

Casne Engineering is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Controls Engineer to join our Engineering Services team, supporting projects in the greater Seattle, WA area with travel to client sites across the US. This role involves designing, developing, and implementing automation solutions across a range of industries, with a focus on PLC and SCADA/HMI systems.

About Casne Engineering

Casne Engineering is a multi-disciplinary firm providing control systems integration, automation, and electrical engineering services to industrial, utility, and commercial clients. Our team collaborates on projects that enhance efficiency, reliability, and performance for mission-critical systems.

Position Overview

The Controls Engineer will be responsible for the development, programming, and integration of industrial control systems. This role is based in Bellevue, WA and requires the ability to travel approximately two weeks per month, especially in the initial phase of employment. 

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and test PLC and SCADA/HMI software
• Design control networks and telemetry infrastructure
• Engineer instrumentation, control systems, and control panels
• Conduct field investigations, troubleshooting, and system evaluations
• Support system integration, startup, and commissioning
• Prepare technical documentation, training materials, and O&M manuals

Qualifications & Experience

Required (Technical)

• Associate degree with 5+ years of experience, OR BS in Engineering with 2+ years of experience
• Hands-on experience programming Rockwell and/or Siemens PLC & SCADA/HMI platforms
• Experience supporting system integration and commissioning
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, Bluebeam Revu, and PDF document management

Required (Business & Soft Skills)

• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and within a team
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Ability to travel approximately 50% of the time (with some travel flexibility over time)
• Ability to respond to urgent site needs within a few hours in the Phoenix area
• Ability to pass background checks (including possible drug testing, per client requirements)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Lift Stations and Wastewater Treatment Systems
• Experience in industrial, manufacturing, or water/wastewater automation
• Certifications or experience with additional PLC/SCADA platforms
• Experience with SCADA telemetry systems (radio, microwave, cellular, WiFi)
• Hands-on experience with variable frequency drives (VFDs)
• Experience in using AutoCAD for drafting of wiring diagrams and schematics
• Familiarity with collaboration tools (SharePoint, Smartsheet, Procore, etc.)

Why Join Casne Engineering?

• Innovative & Impactful Work – Solve real-world automation challenges
• Professional Growth – Opportunities for training, mentorship, and career development
• Collaborative Environment – Work alongside experienced engineers in a supportive team
• Competitive Compensation & Benefits

If you’re looking to advance your career in control systems engineering and want to be part of a team that values technical expertise and problem-solving, we encourage you to apply.

Pay Information is not limited to the listed ranges may and include other compensation outside of annual salary.

Founded in 1979, Casne is an employee-owned, full-service electrical and technology firm with offices in Bellevue, WA and Carlsbad, CA. We deliver high-quality engineered and information systems from concept to design, implementation and on through continued support. Our goal is to assist our clients, who range from small to Fortune 500 companies, achieve operational excellence through improvements to their critical electrical and technology infrastructures.

Casne prides itself on accepting the challenges of our clients and then exceeding their expectations. We offer competitive pay, employment stability, and a comfortable work setting with an energetic team of dedicated professionals. Hybrid work arrangements may be possible depending on project responsibilities. Full-time benefits include health insurance, 401k, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), potential equity ownership, performance bonuses, educational reimbursement, HSA/flexible spending, and other fringe benefits.