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Controls Engineer

LT Staffing Inc

Providence, RI

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
ABB (Asea Brown Boveri), Acceptance Testing, Allen-Bradley, AutoCAD, Automation, Budget Management, CAD (Computer-Aided Design) Software, Commissioning, Control Engineering, Control Systems, Debugging Tools, Documentation, Electrical Design, Electrical Engineering, Electricity, Ethernet, HMI Software, Hardware Debugging, Human Machine Interface (HMI), IP (Internet Protocol), Identify Issues, Industry Standards, Ladder Logic, Motion Control, National Electrical Code, Network Protocols, OSHA, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Programming Languages, Project Design, Project/Program Management, Safety Standards, Schematics, Software Administration, Startup, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Technical Leadership, Technical Training, Technical/Engineering Design, Time Management, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Providence, RI
POSTED
20 days ago
                                                                                                   Local candidates only, no relocation offered

A Controls Engineer in this role serves as the technical lead for the entire lifecycle of industrial automation projects, from initial concept and design through PLC programming, installation, and final site commissioning.
Job Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled Controls Engineer to take full ownership of production equipment projects. You will be responsible for designing electrical control systems, developing sophisticated PLC and HMI software, and managing the physical installation and startup of automated machinery. This is a "cradle-to-grave" project role requiring both high-level engineering design and hands-on field expertise.
Key Responsibilities
  • Project Design & Documentation: Create detailed electrical schematics, P&IDs, and control panel layouts using CAD software like AutoCAD. Specify all control hardware including PLCs, sensors, and safety components.
  • PLC/HMI Development: Design and program complex logic for platforms such as Allen-Bradley/Rockwell or Siemens. Develop intuitive HMI/SCADA interfaces for equipment operation and monitoring.
  • End-to-End Project Management: Manage timelines, budgets, and vendors from the initial proposal phase through installation.
  • Installation & Commissioning: Lead on-site installation efforts, overseeing electrical contractors to ensure systems are wired correctly. Conduct Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT).
  • Troubleshooting & Support: Debug software and hardware issues during the startup phase. Provide technical training to maintenance and operations teams once equipment is live.
Required Qualifications
  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or a related technical field.
  • Technical Proficiency:
    • 3-5+ years of experience in industrial automation and project management.
    • Expert-level knowledge of PLC programming languages like Ladder Logic, Structured Text, or Function Block.
    • Deep understanding of industrial networking protocols such as EtherNet/IP, Profinet, and Modbus.
  • Physical & Travel: Ability to travel to production sites for installation and commissioning (up to 30-50% depending on project phase).
Preferred Skills
  • Experience with motion control (servos/VFDs) and robotic integration (e.g., FANUC or ABB).
  • Knowledge of industry safety standards such as OSHA and NFPA 70E.

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