{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"ced7b46e8df329baaa0c7a0c","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/ced7b46e8df329baaa0c7a0c","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/ced7b46e8df329baaa0c7a0c","title":"Controls Engineer (programming industrial control systems exp. req.)","description":"Controls Engineer (3+ yrs PLC/HMI programming, industrial control systems exp. req.)\nLocation: near Mesquite, TX (east side of Dallas)\nSalary: $100,000–$115,000 + Profit Sharing + Benefits\nBenefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Holidays, PTO\nJob Type: Full-Time | On-site\nTypical Hours: Monday–Friday, ~40 hours/week\nTravel: up to 10% domestic travel; average trip length is 2-4-days\nStart Date: ASAP\nSponsorship is not available\nControls Engineer (3+ yrs PLC/HMI programming, industrial control systems exp. req.) Description\nOur client in the data center cooling industry is looking for a Controls Engineer to join their team near Mesquite, TX. You will program, test, and commission the electrical and control systems that power liquid cooling equipment, including PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, and instrumentation. You will support the full product lifecycle, from electrical schematics and panel design through shop-floor testing, troubleshooting, and occasional customer-site commissioning. Most projects begin with an established logic base, but you will gradually take ownership of software revisions, control algorithms, interfaces, and new product features in an engineered-to-order manufacturing environment. You will initially work alongside a senior controls engineer before assuming greater responsibility for the controls platform. To be considered, you must have controls engineering experience involving fluid systems, PLC/HMI programming, VFDs, instrumentation, electrical schematics,\nand hands-on troubleshooting. This is an opportunity to help shape products supporting AI and high-density computing while working with a collaborative, hands-on engineering team.\nControls Engineer (3+ yrs PLC/HMI programming, industrial control systems exp. req.) Responsibilities\nDevelop, modify and debug PLC/HMI programs for liquid cooling equipment\nImplement control algorithms using ladder logic or CODESYS\nModify software for new products, features, and equipment upgrades\nSupport PLC migrations, communications upgrades, and new control features\nReview electrical schematics, one-line diagrams, and panel layouts\nWork with VFDs, pumps, valves, sensors, and process control instrumentation\nPerform functional testing, verify I/O, and evaluate operating sequences\nTroubleshoot electrical, mechanical, instrumentation, and logic issues\nMaintain software, drawings, redlines, and as-built documentation\nSupport panel wiring, energized testing, and factory acceptance tests\nProvide remote support and occasional customer-site commissioning\nFollow lockout/tagout procedures when working around energized equipment\nControls Engineer (3+ yrs PLC/HMI programming, industrial control systems exp. req.) Qualifications\nBachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent experience required\n3+ years of programming PLC/HMI industrial control systems experience required\nExperience with VFDs and process instrumentation (flow, pressure, temperature) required\nHydronic/fluid systems, process skid, HVAC, or liquid cooling experience required\nSolid understanding of electrical schematics, panel layout, and NEC-compliant wiring required\nHands-on electrical testing and troubleshooting experience required\nWillingness and ability to travel 5–10% domestically required\nAbout #twiceasnice Recruiting\nAcross industries, roles, and North America, we help clients quickly attract top talent with custom-built searches. With the lowest fee in the industry, the longest guarantee, and commission-free senior recruiters - we align our interests with the long-term success of every placement.\nNeed recruiting help? www.twonice.com\nPay: $100,000.00 - $115,000.00 per year\nBenefits:\nDental insurance\nHealth insurance\nLife insurance\nPaid time off\nVision insurance\nApplication Question(s):\nDo you live within a comfortable commuting distance to work on-site near Mesquite, TX, Monday-Friday?\nThe salary range is $100,000–$115,000 + Profit Sharing + Benefits. 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