Controls Engineer – Rockwell AB, PlantPax

Senior Control Systems Engineer

Location: Sugar Land, TX

Salary: $160,000 – $180,000 per year

Our client is seeking a Senior Control Systems Engineer to lead automation and controls engineering projects. This role requires deep expertise in control systems configuration, DCS/PLC development, and field instrumentation. If you have a passion for technical excellence, project leadership, and cutting-edge automation, this opportunity is for you!

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Leading control system design, configuration, and testing
• Developing and optimizing PLC/DCS systems, HMI graphics, and control narratives
• Reverse engineering obsolete control logic and creating documentation
• Ensuring safety, compliance, and quality control in all automation projects
• Working closely with clients to understand and address project needs
• Supporting loop checks, FAT/SAT execution, startup, and commissioning
  
  

What They’re Looking For:

✅ Required Skills:

• 10 years of experience in control systems engineering & automation
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering Technology, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering
• Rockwell / Allen Bradley expertise, including programming & HMI graphics
• Strong P&ID development and PLC/DCS enclosure layout knowledge
• Proven experience in lead engineering roles & managing multiple projects
  
  

✅ Bonus Skills (Preferred):

• Plant PAX & Batch system knowledge
• Experience with legacy system upgrades & reverse engineering
• Strong technical writing & documentation skills
  
  

Why Join?

• Competitive salary bonus potential
• Benefit Time Off (BTO) for vacation, sick time, holidays, or cash-out
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) & 401(k) with employer match
• Company-funded health, dental, vision, and disability coverage
• Exciting, cutting-edge automation projects in a dynamic environment
  
  

If you’re ready for your next challenge, let’s connect and discuss this amazing opportunity!