{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"b01ea2d3d8409fc79f94eb71","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/b01ea2d3d8409fc79f94eb71","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/b01ea2d3d8409fc79f94eb71","title":"Controls Systems Engineer","description":"Job Opportunity: Columbus, OH\n\nOur client is looking for a Controls Systems Engineer to join their team. Our client is growing fast globally and looking for top talent to join their team. They are a leading global supplier of Abrasive Blasting and Painting Facilities to a range of different industries.\n\nThe Controls Systems Engineer will be responsible for the architecture, development, and governance of standardized, configurable control system software for automated blast and paint booth systems. This role is part of the product development team and focuses on establishing scalable software baselines that support multiple projects and product configurations.\n\nResponsibilities/Duties:\n\nDevelop and maintain standardized PLC and HMI software architectures using Beckhoff TwinCAT and Ignition platforms.\nDefine and implement modular, configurable software frameworks to support multiple product variants and customer configurations.\nEstablish and maintain software development standards, including naming conventions, code structure, version control, and documentation practices.\nDevelop reusable function blocks, libraries, and templates to improve consistency and efficiency across projects.\nDefine system architectures, including communication protocols, data models, and integration strategies between subsystems.\nCollaborate with mechanical, electrical, and product engineering teams to align control system design with overall product architecture.\nProvide technical oversight and design reviews for PLC/HMI software developed by other engineers.\nSupport integration of proprietary equipment with third-party and customer-supplied systems.\nDrive continuous improvement of control system standards and product platforms.\nSupport FAT, system validation, and commissioning activities as required, with focus on validating core software functionality and standards.\nParticipate in troubleshooting complex system issues and lead root cause investigations.\nEnsure control system designs meet applicable NEC, NFPA (70, 70E, 79), and hazardous location requirements.\nContribute to long-term product roadmap development related to automation, controls, and digital systems.\nProvide guidance or oversight on electrical schematics and system design developed in AutoCAD Electrical.\nOther duties as assigned.\nRequirements/Qualifications:\n\nBachelor\"s Degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE), or related engineering discipline from an ABET-accredited institution.\nMinimum of 7+ years of experience in industrial control systems design and development.\nDemonstrated experience developing PLC software in Structured Text, preferably using Beckhoff TwinCAT.\nExperience developing scalable HMI/SCADA systems using Ignition.\nStrong experience with modular software design, reusable libraries, and configurable architectures.\nProven ability to define and enforce software standards and best practices.\nStrong understanding of industrial communication protocols (e.g., EtherCAT, TCP/IP, OPC UA).\nExperience integrating multi-system architectures, including third-party and OEM equipment.\nWorking knowledge of NEC, NFPA standards, and hazardous area classification requirements.\nExperience supporting system commissioning and troubleshooting in industrial environments.\nStrong system-level thinking with the ability to design scalable and maintainable architectures.\nAbility to lead technical direction without direct authority (influence across teams).\nExcellent problem-solving skills, particularly in complex, integrated systems.\nStrong communication skills for conveying standards and design intent to cross-functional teams.\nAdvanced proficiency in PLC programming environments, particularly Beckhoff TwinCAT.\nExperience with Ignition HMI/SCADA platform development.\nFamiliarity with version control tools and structured development workflows.\nWorking knowledge of AutoCAD Electrical preferred.\nExperience with AutoCAD Electrical for control panel and system design preferred.\nExperience with version control systems (e.g., Git or equivalent) preferred.\nExperience in product development or platform standardization environments (not just project-based work) preferred.","company":"Synerfac Technical Staffing","rawCompany":"synerfac technical staffing","city":"Columbus","state":"OH","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-03T21:29:17.173Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2071.00","title":"Electrical Engineers","slug":"electrical-engineers"},{"code":"11-9041.00","title":"Architectural and Engineering Managers","slug":"architectural-and-engineering-managers"},{"code":"17-2072.00","title":"Electronics Engineers, Except Computer","slug":"electronics-engineers-except-computer"}],"industries":[{"code":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"},{"code":"335314","title":"Relay and Industrial Control Manufacturing","slug":"relay-and-industrial-control-manufacturing"},{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Controls Systems Engineer","description":"Job Opportunity: Columbus, OH\n\nOur client is looking for a Controls Systems Engineer to join their team. Our client is growing fast globally and looking for top talent to join their team. They are a leading global supplier of Abrasive Blasting and Painting Facilities to a range of different industries.\n\nThe Controls Systems Engineer will be responsible for the architecture, development, and governance of standardized, configurable control system software for automated blast and paint booth systems. This role is part of the product development team and focuses on establishing scalable software baselines that support multiple projects and product configurations.\n\nResponsibilities/Duties:\n\nDevelop and maintain standardized PLC and HMI software architectures using Beckhoff TwinCAT and Ignition platforms.\nDefine and implement modular, configurable software frameworks to support multiple product variants and customer configurations.\nEstablish and maintain software development standards, including naming conventions, code structure, version control, and documentation practices.\nDevelop reusable function blocks, libraries, and templates to improve consistency and efficiency across projects.\nDefine system architectures, including communication protocols, data models, and integration strategies between subsystems.\nCollaborate with mechanical, electrical, and product engineering teams to align control system design with overall product architecture.\nProvide technical oversight and design reviews for PLC/HMI software developed by other engineers.\nSupport integration of proprietary equipment with third-party and customer-supplied systems.\nDrive continuous improvement of control system standards and product platforms.\nSupport FAT, system validation, and commissioning activities as required, with focus on validating core software functionality and standards.\nParticipate in troubleshooting complex system issues and lead root cause investigations.\nEnsure control system designs meet applicable NEC, NFPA (70, 70E, 79), and hazardous location requirements.\nContribute to long-term product roadmap development related to automation, controls, and digital systems.\nProvide guidance or oversight on electrical schematics and system design developed in AutoCAD Electrical.\nOther duties as assigned.\nRequirements/Qualifications:\n\nBachelor\"s Degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE), or related engineering discipline from an ABET-accredited institution.\nMinimum of 7+ years of experience in industrial control systems design and development.\nDemonstrated experience developing PLC software in Structured Text, preferably using Beckhoff TwinCAT.\nExperience developing scalable HMI/SCADA systems using Ignition.\nStrong experience with modular software design, reusable libraries, and configurable architectures.\nProven ability to define and enforce software standards and best practices.\nStrong understanding of industrial communication protocols (e.g., EtherCAT, TCP/IP, OPC UA).\nExperience integrating multi-system architectures, including third-party and OEM equipment.\nWorking knowledge of NEC, NFPA standards, and hazardous area classification requirements.\nExperience supporting system commissioning and troubleshooting in industrial environments.\nStrong system-level thinking with the ability to design scalable and maintainable architectures.\nAbility to lead technical direction without direct authority (influence across teams).\nExcellent problem-solving skills, particularly in complex, integrated systems.\nStrong communication skills for conveying standards and design intent to cross-functional teams.\nAdvanced proficiency in PLC programming environments, particularly Beckhoff TwinCAT.\nExperience with Ignition HMI/SCADA platform development.\nFamiliarity with version control tools and structured development workflows.\nWorking knowledge of AutoCAD Electrical preferred.\nExperience with AutoCAD Electrical for control panel and system design preferred.\nExperience with version control systems (e.g., Git or equivalent) preferred.\nExperience in product development or platform standardization environments (not just project-based work) preferred.","datePosted":"2026-08-03T21:29:17.173Z","dateModified":"2026-08-03T21:29:17.173Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Synerfac Technical Staffing","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Columbus","addressRegion":"OH","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"b01ea2d3d8409fc79f94eb71"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/b01ea2d3d8409fc79f94eb71"}}