Senior Controls Engineer

Job DescriptionJoin a Top Engineering Firm That's 100% Employee-OwnedWunderlich-Malec Engineering (WM) is one of the largest and most well-established engineering firms in the U.S., with over 40 years of industry leadership. As a 100% employee-owned ESOP company, we're proud to be ranked among the Top 5 Systems Integrators and an ENR Top 500 Firm.We're looking for a Senior Controls Engineer to join our Irvine, CA office. In this leadership role, you'll design and implement innovative automation solutions across industries like Life Sciences, Food & Beverage, and Manufacturing.What You'll DoAs a Senior Controls Engineer, you'll lead projects from concept to commissioning, working directly with clients and internal teams. Your responsibilities will include:???? Automation & Controls EngineeringDesign and implement control systems using PLC, HMI, SCADA, and DCS platforms (DeltaV experience is a plus)Develop control system architecture, select components, and create detailed schematicsProgram controllers (Ladder, SFC, Structured Text) and visualization systems (HMI/SCADA)Build databases for historical data archiving and displayUtilize programming languages like VBA, .NET, SQL, and Python for advanced HMI/SCADA development???? Industrial Networking- Design and implement fiber, wired, and wireless networks using industrial protocols (Ethernet/IP, Profinet, IT/OT)???? Project Leadership & ManagementLead engineering teams and mentor junior staffManage project execution plans, budgets, schedules, and reportingOversee daily operations of projects up to $1M and ensure profitabilityAct as technical lead and occasionally serve as Project ManagerWhat You Bring???? Education & ExperienceBachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent experience5+ years of experience in controls engineering, including:PLC-5 to ControlLogix conversionsRockwell Automation platforms (FactoryTalk, PlantPAX)Inductive Automation IgnitionDCS platforms like Emerson DeltaV (preferred)S88 Batch/Recipes, OEE, MES, ERP systemsElectrical schematics and control panel designAutoCAD proficiency???? Leadership & CollaborationProven ability to lead teams and mentor engineersStrong communication and client-facing skillsProfessional references from a manager, peer, and subordinateTravel- Up to 25% out-of-state travel; regular visits to client sites in Southern CaliforniaWork Environment & Physical Requirements- Hybrid mix of standard office environment and work-from-home leadership (at least 3 days of office work, discretionary 2 days of remote work, and on-site job walks as needed per week), up to 25% level of travel to client sites in the US; diverse industrial environments; flexible for out-of-region candidates but Southern California Region (specifically Orange County, Inland Empire, and San Diego) preferred.*Job Descriptions are not exhaustive lists of all skills, responsibilities, or efforts associated with a job. They reflect principal job elements essential for performing the job and evaluating performance.- Physical demands include seeing, hearing, speaking clearly, manual dexterity, driving, lifting, and equipment accessWhy Join WM?We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employee-owners, including:Ready to lead cutting-edge automation projects and grow with a company that invests in you?Physical Demands of Position: Seeing, color perception, hearing, clear speech, dexterity in hands, driving, lifting, ability to mount/dismount equipment, pushing and pulling.*Job Descriptions are not exhaustive lists of all skills, responsibilities, or efforts associated with a job. They reflect principal job elements essential for performing the job and evaluating performance.Wunderlich-Malec is proud to offer a comprehensive employee-owner benefit package. Full-time employees may be eligible for the following benefits: MedicalDentalVisionBasic and Supplemental Life and AD&DLong Term DisabilityVoluntary Short Term DisabilityHealthcare & Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsHealth Savings AccountPaid Time Off (PTO)Paid HolidaysTuition ReimbursementReferral Bonus Program401(k)/Profit Sharing100% ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)Employee Assistance ProgramWill Preparation ResourcesWorldwide Travel Assistance.Total compensation will be determined based on the candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications, and will include eligibility for a discretionary bonus and employee stock program.#LI-Hybrid#LI-WM1