Controls Engineer – Orlando, FL | PLC, Automation & System Integration

Controls Engineer

📍 Location: Orlando, Florida
🏢 Work Model: Onsite – 5 Days/Week
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time

💰 Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range: $111,000 – $140,000

• Limited relocation assistance available

• Full-time position

• No visa sponsorship available

🚀 Overview

A leading industrial automation and systems integration organization is seeking a Controls Engineer to support large-scale automation and control system projects in Orlando, FL.

This role is responsible for full lifecycle controls engineering including:

• Electrical and controls system design

• PLC/DCS programming

• Electrical panel design

• Power calculations

• Safety system implementation

• Network architecture

• System integration

• Installation & commissioning support

The ideal candidate is a technically strong automation engineer with deep experience designing control systems from the ground up and supporting complex integrated automation environments.

🔧 Key Responsibilities

Control System Design & Engineering

• Design complete control systems from concept through implementation

• Develop electrical/control system architectures including:

• Hardware

• Software

• Networks

• Instrumentation

• Perform electrical panel design and power calculations

• Select and configure control system components

• Optimize hardware layouts and panel locations for system efficiency

PLC/DCS Programming

• Design, develop, and implement PLC/DCS control logic

• Program using:

• Ladder Logic (required)

• Structured Text (required)

• C++ (preferred)

• Visual Basic (preferred)

• Develop software design documentation and operational descriptions

• Implement efficient, maintainable, and scalable control code

• Perform scan time analysis, processor loading calculations, and network timing analysis

Safety & Risk Analysis

• Support hazard analysis development and mitigation

• Design safety-critical and redundant control systems

• Implement SIL/PL-rated safety systems where applicable

• Ensure compliance with client standards and regulatory codes

System Integration & Commissioning

• Support system integration with multidisciplinary project teams

• Assist with startup, troubleshooting, and commissioning activities

• Diagnose and resolve control system issues during installation and testing

• Develop smart diagnostics and fault mitigation logic

Documentation & Technical Leadership

• Develop detailed technical documentation including:

• Schematics

• Network layouts

• Acceptance test plans

• Maintenance plans

• Descriptions of operation

• Act as technical lead on projects

• Mentor junior engineers, technicians, and contractors

✅ Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering required

• Other engineering disciplines may be considered if directly related to controls/electrical engineering

• 5+ years of controls engineering experience covering:

• PLC programming

• Electrical design

• Industrial automation

• System integration

• Strong experience with:

• Allen-Bradley and/or Siemens platforms

• Ethernet-based remote I/O systems

• AutoCAD

• Distributed control systems

⭐ Preferred Experience

• ASTM standards

• Attractions or ride systems engineering

• Safety engineering

• Instrumentation systems

• Complex motion control systems

• Entertainment or manufacturing automation environments

🛠️ Technical Skills

✔ Controls Engineering
✔ PLC Programming
✔ Electrical Design
✔ Industrial Automation
✔ System Integration
✔ AutoCAD
✔ Ladder Logic
✔ Structured Text
✔ Allen-Bradley
✔ Siemens
✔ Ethernet/IP Networks
✔ Risk Assessment
✔ Commissioning & Startup Support

🎯 Ideal Candidate

• Strong hands-on controls engineer capable of designing systems from scratch

• Experienced in large-scale automation projects and complex integrated systems

• Comfortable working in multidisciplinary engineering environments

• Skilled at troubleshooting, commissioning, and optimizing industrial control systems

• Strong communicator with technical leadership capabilities

• Able to thrive in fast-paced industrial and construction environments

📋 Additional Details

• Up to 30% travel required (typically closer to 10%)

• Must be able to support off-shift commissioning activities as needed

• Position involves work in:

• Office environments

• Industrial facilities

• Construction sites

• Physical requirements include lifting, climbing, equipment access, and extended computer usage

🌟 Why Join

• Work on cutting-edge automation and systems integration projects

• Exposure to large-scale industrial and entertainment automation systems

• Opportunity to lead technically complex engineering initiatives

• Collaborative engineering environment with growth potential

• High-impact role supporting advanced automation technologies

M/E Electrical Lead Engineer – Mission Critical Construction & Commissioning - Omaha, Nebraska

M/E Engineer – Electrical Lead (Mission Critical)

📍 Location: Omaha, Nebraska (Onsite)
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time
📈 Seniority Level: Mid-Senior
🕒 Experience Required: 5–7+ years
🎓 Education: Bachelor’s Degree required
✈️ Travel: Required (project-based)
🌎 Visa Sponsorship: Not available

🚀 Overview

An established construction and engineering organization is seeking an M/E Engineer – Electrical Lead to support mission-critical projects.

This role focuses on mechanical and electrical systems leadership, including design review, estimating, commissioning, and construction execution. You will play a key role in ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.

🔧 Key Responsibilities

Electrical & Mechanical Engineering

• Lead and execute mechanical and electrical construction activities

• Review system options and perform technical analysis and value engineering

• Develop and manage M/E scopes of work during preconstruction and bidding

• Interpret drawings, specifications, and design documents to identify risks and improvements

Estimating & Preconstruction

• Develop budgetary M/E estimates from schematic and design documents

• Support bid analysis and subcontractor selection

• Provide input on system selection and cost optimization

Project Execution & Coordination

• Develop sequencing strategies for M/E systems to meet project timelines

• Collaborate with internal teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders

• Contribute to project scheduling and execution planning

Quality Assurance & Inspections

• Perform job site inspections to ensure compliance with specifications and quality standards

• Identify and address constructability and quality issues

• Support development of quality control programs

Commissioning & Testing

• Develop and manage:

• Pre-functional checklists

• Functional testing procedures

• Oversee and validate system commissioning and performance testing

• Ensure all deficiencies are resolved and documented

Documentation & Process Improvement

• Review and approve shop drawings and submittals

• Generate and manage commissioning plans and documentation

• Develop tools and processes to improve efficiency and delivery quality

Leadership & Collaboration

• Mentor junior engineers and team members

• Foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment

• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders

✅ Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in:

• Electrical Engineering

• Mechanical Engineering

• Architectural Engineering

• Or related field

• 5+ years of experience in:

• Construction engineering

• M/E systems within commercial or industrial projects

• Strong ability to:

• Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications

• Coordinate across multidisciplinary teams

⭐ Preferred Experience

• Experience on mission-critical projects (e.g., data centers, healthcare, infrastructure)

• Exposure to:

• Commissioning processes

• M/E estimating tools

• Construction management methodologies

• Knowledge of means and methods of construction

🧠 Key Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability

• Effective written and verbal communication

• Proficiency with:

• Microsoft Office

• Construction/M&E tools and software

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

🎯 Ideal Candidate

• Hands-on M/E engineer with strong electrical focus

• Experience across full project lifecycle (preconstruction → commissioning)

• Comfortable working on-site and traveling to projects