{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"7981677099865cc2a8b3f222","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/7981677099865cc2a8b3f222","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/7981677099865cc2a8b3f222","title":"Lead Control System Engineer","description":"ICS Online. (“ICS”) is an industry leader in the manufacturing of custom Industrial Control panels and factory automation systems. IC… through its various operating subsidiaries, is one of the most dynamic and fastest growing companies in the water infrastructure market.\r\nICS is seeking an experienced Controls Engineer with strong SCADA and PLC expertise to join our engineering team. This is a full-time role supporting the design, development, and implementation of industrial automation and SCADA systems. The ideal candidate is technically strong, hands-on, and collaborative, with experience working across the full lifecycle of automation projects.\r\nEssential Job FunctionsDefine functional requirements through client workshops, site assessments, and documentation analysis.\r\nDevelop detailed system designs, control strategies, and integration architectures for industrial automation and SCADA systems.\r\nProgram, configure, test, and troubleshoot PLC systems using IEC 61131-3 programming languages, including Ladder Logic, Function Block Diagram (FBD), and Structured Text (ST).\r\nProgram, configure, test, and troubleshoot SCADA (Ignition) systems, including integration with PLCs, HMIs, databases, and third-party equipment.\r\nInstall and configure Ignition SCADA, including architecture design, licensing, scripting, reporting, alarm management, historian functions, and database transactions.\r\nDesign, configure, and implement Human Machine Interface (HMI) solutions and operator interfaces for a variety of industrial applications.\r\nDevelop and maintain templates, User Defined Types (UDTs), reusable code libraries, and standardized automation objects.\r\nDesign and implement turnkey industrial control systems utilizing PLCs, HMIs, SCADA platforms, Remote I/O, and Distributed I/O architectures.\r\nIntegrate new equipment, instrumentation, and control devices into existing customer SCADA, PLC, and automation systems.\r\nConfigure and support server-client architectures, redundant systems, SQL databases, reporting solutions, recipe management systems, and distributed control environments.\r\nPerform code development, testing, validation, and documentation for automation and control systems.\r\nCoordinate and execute Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), and User Acceptance Testing (UAT).\r\nTroubleshoot and configure industrial communication networks and protocols, including Ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP/RTU, OPC-UA, serial communications, and other industrial networking technologies.\r\nConfigure and support industrial networking infrastructure, including managed switches, VLANs, Network Address Translation (NAT), virtual networks, and secure remote connectivity solutions.\r\nIntegrate field devices and serial communication equipment, including barcode readers, printers, instrumentation, and RS-232/RS-485 communication networks.\r\nDesign, configure, and support remote access and telemetry solutions using Ethernet, industrial radios, wireless Ethernet, cellular modems, VPNs, and other remote communication technologies.\r\nSupport system commissioning, startup, troubleshooting, and post-installation performance optimization.\r\nCollaborate with cross-functional teams, vendors, and clients to ensure successful project execution and delivery.\r\nMaintain flexibility to contribute across all phases of automation, controls, and SCADA system development, implementation, and support.\r\nRequired QualificationsBachelor’s degree (4-year) in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Chemical Engineering\r\n5–8 years of experience in industrial automation and controls engineering\r\nHands-on experience with ControlLogix and CompactLogix PLCs, as well as Ignition SCADA (including Perspective and Vision modules) and MES systems such as Rockwell/Allen-Bradley and Siemens\r\nExperience with Ignition platform including installation, configuration, system architecture, licensing, scripting (Python), reporting, and database transactions\r\nStrong knowledge of communication protocols including OPC (UA & DA), TCP/IP, UDP, and XML\r\nExperience developing and troubleshooting templates and User Defined Types (UDTs)\r\nExperience working within server-client architectures and distributed systems\r\nProven ability in code development, testing, and system validation\r\nIndustrial networking experience including Modbus TCP, Ethernet/IP, and TCP/IP\r\nStrong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills\r\nPreferred QualificationsMaster’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline\r\nExperience in water/wastewater or industrial process environments\r\nStrong background in MES integrations\r\nAdvanced troubleshooting across SCADA, PLCs, and network systems\r\nExperience working in full lifecycle automation project environments\r\nPhysical DemandsRegularly required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop or kneel, talk and hear, and use fingers and hands to feel objects, tools or controls.\r\nAbility to perform work in a standing, stooping, sitting or bending position for extended periods of time.\r\nMust have manual dexterity to operate the equipment and tools required for this position.\r\nMust be able to quickly respond (with hand, finger or foot) to a signal (sound, light, picture) when it responds.\r\nSpecific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.\r\nAbility to lift and/or move up to 40 lbs.\r\nAbility to look at computer monitors for much of the workday.\r\nWork EnvironmentApproximately 60% Office.\r\nApproximately 40% Light Industrial - May be exposed to areas of high noise levels, hazardous propellants,chemicalsand industrial facilities. AppropriatePPE andtraining will be provided for all conditions.\r\nPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.\r\nThis is an exempt position. Compensation is dependent on skill level. The base salary range for this position is between $98,000 and $120,000 per year. Benefits package and incentives are provided. We generally offer employees working 21 hours per work or more medical, dental, vision, along with voluntary ancillary benefits. The Company has a 401(k)-match program and has company-paid life and AD&D insurance available for eligible employees.\r\nCleanwater1, Inc. and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.\r\nThe Cleanwater1, inc. 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(“ICS”) is an industry leader in the manufacturing of custom Industrial Control panels and factory automation systems. IC… through its various operating subsidiaries, is one of the most dynamic and fastest growing companies in the water infrastructure market.\r\nICS is seeking an experienced Controls Engineer with strong SCADA and PLC expertise to join our engineering team. This is a full-time role supporting the design, development, and implementation of industrial automation and SCADA systems. The ideal candidate is technically strong, hands-on, and collaborative, with experience working across the full lifecycle of automation projects.\r\nEssential Job FunctionsDefine functional requirements through client workshops, site assessments, and documentation analysis.\r\nDevelop detailed system designs, control strategies, and integration architectures for industrial automation and SCADA systems.\r\nProgram, configure, test, and troubleshoot PLC systems using IEC 61131-3 programming languages, including Ladder Logic, Function Block Diagram (FBD), and Structured Text (ST).\r\nProgram, configure, test, and troubleshoot SCADA (Ignition) systems, including integration with PLCs, HMIs, databases, and third-party equipment.\r\nInstall and configure Ignition SCADA, including architecture design, licensing, scripting, reporting, alarm management, historian functions, and database transactions.\r\nDesign, configure, and implement Human Machine Interface (HMI) solutions and operator interfaces for a variety of industrial applications.\r\nDevelop and maintain templates, User Defined Types (UDTs), reusable code libraries, and standardized automation objects.\r\nDesign and implement turnkey industrial control systems utilizing PLCs, HMIs, SCADA platforms, Remote I/O, and Distributed I/O architectures.\r\nIntegrate new equipment, instrumentation, and control devices into existing customer SCADA, PLC, and automation systems.\r\nConfigure and support server-client architectures, redundant systems, SQL databases, reporting solutions, recipe management systems, and distributed control environments.\r\nPerform code development, testing, validation, and documentation for automation and control systems.\r\nCoordinate and execute Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), and User Acceptance Testing (UAT).\r\nTroubleshoot and configure industrial communication networks and protocols, including Ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP/RTU, OPC-UA, serial communications, and other industrial networking technologies.\r\nConfigure and support industrial networking infrastructure, including managed switches, VLANs, Network Address Translation (NAT), virtual networks, and secure remote connectivity solutions.\r\nIntegrate field devices and serial communication equipment, including barcode readers, printers, instrumentation, and RS-232/RS-485 communication networks.\r\nDesign, configure, and support remote access and telemetry solutions using Ethernet, industrial radios, wireless Ethernet, cellular modems, VPNs, and other remote communication technologies.\r\nSupport system commissioning, startup, troubleshooting, and post-installation performance optimization.\r\nCollaborate with cross-functional teams, vendors, and clients to ensure successful project execution and delivery.\r\nMaintain flexibility to contribute across all phases of automation, controls, and SCADA system development, implementation, and support.\r\nRequired QualificationsBachelor’s degree 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up to 40 lbs.\r\nAbility to look at computer monitors for much of the workday.\r\nWork EnvironmentApproximately 60% Office.\r\nApproximately 40% Light Industrial - May be exposed to areas of high noise levels, hazardous propellants,chemicalsand industrial facilities. AppropriatePPE andtraining will be provided for all conditions.\r\nPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.\r\nThis is an exempt position. Compensation is dependent on skill level. The base salary range for this position is between $98,000 and $120,000 per year. Benefits package and incentives are provided. We generally offer employees working 21 hours per work or more medical, dental, vision, along with voluntary ancillary benefits. The Company has a 401(k)-match program and has company-paid life and AD&D insurance available for eligible employees.\r\nCleanwater1, Inc. and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.\r\nThe Cleanwater1, inc. California Employee Privacy Notice is available at https://cleanwater1.com/privacy-policy.\r\nCleanwater1, inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries maintain a drug-free workplace.\r\nPay Range: $98,000 - $120,000 per hour#J-18808-Ljbffr","datePosted":"2026-10-04T01:34:25.400Z","dateModified":"2026-10-04T01:34:25.400Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Msccn","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Ripon","addressRegion":"CA","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"7981677099865cc2a8b3f222"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/7981677099865cc2a8b3f222"}}