Programming Controls Engineer - (5-7 years experience)
Programming Controls Engineer (PLC / HMI – Rockwell & Siemens)
Level:
5-12 years experience
Industry Focus: Oil & Gas | Water & Wastewater | Chemical Processing
MUST HAVE ENGINEERING DEGREE
Location: Houston, TX or Englewood, CO
Employment Type: Full-Time
Position Summary:
We are seeking a 5–7-year experience Programmer/ Controls Engineer with strong expertise in industrial automation, process control, and system integration using Rockwell Automation, Delta V or Siemens platforms. The successful candidate will design, develop, and commission control systems across a range of industrial projects in oil & gas, water/wastewater treatment, and chemical processing environments.
This role involves taking ownership of the entire automation lifecycle — from conceptual design through commissioning and support — while collaborating with cross-disciplinary engineering teams to deliver safe, reliable, and efficient automation solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, program, and commission PLC and HMI systems using Rockwell studio 5000 (ControlLogix, CompactLogix, FactoryTalk View SE/ME) and Siemens (S7-1200/1500, TIA Portal, WinCC) platforms.
- Develop control logic, interlocks, and PID control strategies for continuous and batch processes.
- Configure and integrate VFDs, instrumentation, and SCADA systems using industrial communication protocols such as EtherNet/IP, Modbus, Profibus, and Profinet.
- Collaborate with process and electrical engineers on control system architecture, I/O design, and P&ID integration.
- Perform factory acceptance testing (FAT), site acceptance testing (SAT), and field commissioning at client sites.
- Prepare technical documentation including control narratives, I/O lists, cause & effect matrices, and user manuals.
- Troubleshoot, optimize, and upgrade existing control systems to improve safety, reliability, and performance.
- Ensure all control systems comply with industry standards (ISA, NFPA 70, IEC 61131-3) and site safety requirements.
Qualifications Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Control Systems, Mechatronics, or related discipline.
- 5–10 years of hands-on experience in PLC/HMI development and process automation.
- Demonstrated experience with Rockwell Automation (ControlLogix, CompactLogix, FactoryTalk View) and Siemens (TIA Portal, S7, WinCC) systems.
- Proven background in oil & gas, water treatment, or chemical plant automation projects.
- Proficiency in control panel design, network configuration, and industrial instrumentation.
Preferred Skills:
- Proficient with PlantPAx DCS, Siemens PCS 7, or other distributed control systems.
- Experience with SCADA, ignition, historians (FactoryTalk Historian, PI), and data integration.
- Understanding of functional safety (SIL-rated systems) and safety PLCs.
- Strong ability to read and interpret P&IDs, loop diagrams, and electrical schematics.
- Excellent communication, documentation, and analytical problem-solving skills.
Personal Attributes
- Self-motivated and proactive in solving technical challenges.
- Able to work independently or as part of a multidisciplinary engineering team.
- Willingness to travel for site commissioning and client support (approximately 10–25%).
- Strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave.
- Professional development, training, and certification opportunities.
How to Apply:
Submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant project experience and PLC/HMI expertise to jfreezer@freezerengineering.com.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $100,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Us citizen or current Green Card holder
Willingness to travel:
- 25% (Preferred)
Work Location: In person