Senior Controls & Automation Engineer

BlackStar

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • $120,000-130,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 17 days ago
  • Apply easily
We are seeking a Senior Controls Engineer in Albuquerque, NM, to lead the design, implementation, and commissioning of advanced automation systems across diverse industrial sectors. This leadership role involves direct customer interaction, team mentoring, and project management responsibilities, with a focus on PLC, DCS, HMI, and SCADA platforms. The ideal candidate combines technical expertise with strong communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills.Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead and mentor a team of engineers and technicians in delivering industrial automation solutions.
  • Develop control system architectures and design standards for PLC, DCS, HMI, and SCADA systems.
  • Program controllers using Ladder, Structured Text, Sequential Function Chart, and other languages.
  • Integrate standard programming tools such as VBA, .NET, SQL, Power BI, Grafana, and APIs for HMI/SCADA development.
  • Design, detail, and implement fiber, wired, and wireless industrial networks using protocols like Ethernet/IP, Profinet, and Modbus.
  • Oversee project execution: planning, budgeting, scheduling, and reporting for projects up to $1M.
  • Conduct field device troubleshooting, electrical schematic design, and control panel development under NEC standards.
  • Secure repeat business by delivering innovative, reliable solutions that exceed customer expectations.
Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor of Science in Electrical/Control, Mechanical, Chemical Engineering, or Computer Science.
  • 10+ years of Controls Engineering experience.
  • Expertise in PLC platforms (Rockwell Automation, Siemens, Modicon) and HMI/SCADA platforms (ICONICS Genesis64, Wonderware ArchestrA, GE CIMPLICITY, GE iFIX, Rockwell FactoryTalk View).
  • Experience with DCS platforms (Emerson DeltaV or similar).
  • Strong background in SQL, .NET, Power BI, Grafana, and API integrations.
  • Experience in semiconductor, life sciences, building automation, food & beverage, oil & gas, mining, or water/wastewater industries.
  • Proven ability to lead teams, mentor junior engineers, and manage projects.
  • Excellent communication, problem-solving, and customer-facing skills.
  • Local to Albuquerque or with strong ties to the area.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • AutoCAD experience.
  • Industrial networking expertise for larger systems.
  • Experience with Rockwell and Cimplicity platforms.
Physical & Work Environment:
  • Office-based with on-site industrial visits.
  • Ability to see, hear, speak clearly, and handle hands-on equipment.
  • Ability to lift, push, pull, mount/dismount equipment, and drive to project sites.
Why Join Us:
  • 100% employee-owned company with ESOP benefits.
  • Work on challenging, high-impact projects in diverse industries.
  • Opportunities for leadership, career growth, and technical skill development.
  • ENR Top 500 firm and Top 5 Systems Integrator Giant recognition.

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