What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr. Control Systems Engineer position at GlobaLogix?
Job Title: Senior Control Systems Engineer
Location: Corporate Office, Houston, TX
Travel Requirement: Up to 25%
Job Summary:
The Senior Control Systems Engineer at GlobaLogix, Inc. will provide technical leadership in the engineering, design, and implementation of complex PLC/HMI and SCADA systems. This role involves extensive client interaction to understand and meet their needs through consultant sales and technical expertise, without holding project management responsibilities.
Responsibilities:
Location: Corporate Office, Houston, TX
Travel Requirement: Up to 25%
Job Summary:
The Senior Control Systems Engineer at GlobaLogix, Inc. will provide technical leadership in the engineering, design, and implementation of complex PLC/HMI and SCADA systems. This role involves extensive client interaction to understand and meet their needs through consultant sales and technical expertise, without holding project management responsibilities.
Responsibilities:
- Serve as the technical leader on projects, guiding design and implementation of PLC/HMI and SCADA systems.
- Read and interpret complex technical documentation such as P&IDs, ladder logic, function block diagrams, schematics, loop sheets, and manuals.
- Conduct process simulations to validate and optimize system performance.
- Collaborate with project managers and engineering teams to define technical standards and ensure project deliverables align with client specifications.
- Develop and maintain client relationships, assessing their needs and consulting to define and implement effective solutions.
- Deliver technical presentations to clients, effectively communicating complex system designs and benefits.
- Manage the creation and maintenance of detailed technical documentation and system designs.
- Oversee the procurement of hardware and software, ensuring compatibility and adherence to project budgets.
- Provide commissioning and start-up services, including hardware and software system troubleshooting and training for client teams on commissioned systems.
- Proven experience with PLC/HMI and SCADA systems across various platforms such as Allen Bradley, Siemens, Modicon, and SCADAPack.
- Demonstrated expertise in technical documentation and systems engineering within a client-focused environment.
- Proficiency in programming and network architecture.
- Experience with designing and commissioning control systems for ground water, surface water, and wastewater utility systems, highly desireable.
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Controls, or Systems Engineering, or Electrical Engineering Technology. Master’s degree preferred.
- At least 5 years of technical leadership experience in control systems engineering.
- Strong sales engineering skills, with a history of developing effective client relationships and technical proposals.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic team environment.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Generous paid time off and health savings account options.
- Competitive 401(K) with company matching.
- Life insurance and additional perks.
- A commitment to a drug-free workplace; participation in pre-employment and periodic drug testing is required.
- Comprehensive background checks, including driving record and criminal history.
