Controls Engineer

Position: Controls Engineer IILocations & Salary Tysons, VA: $90,000–$135,000 Baltimore, MD: $90,000–$135,000 Position Overview The Controls Engineer will support the design, programming, testing, troubleshooting, deployment, and commissioning of automation and SCADA systems. This role combines engineering design with hands-on field work and requires experience with PLC/DDC programming, SCADA platforms, control system startup, and troubleshooting. Key Responsibilities :Design & Engineering Develop design documents for small projects and support larger programs. Perform requirements analysis and develop subsystem designs, including CAD drawings, control panels, layouts, wiring, SCADA screens, hardware, and communications. Prepare specifications and perform QA/QC and technical design reviews. Develop testing procedures and support technical comment resolution. Programming & Controls Program, configure, and troubleshoot PLCs, RTUs, DDCs, HMIs, and SCADA systems. Support programming/configuration efforts for complex automation and SCADA applications. Testing & Commissioning Develop testing and commissioning procedures and test reports. Perform factory and field testing. Commission deployed control systems. Develop test fixtures and simulation devices. Troubleshoot, upgrade, and replace hardware/software for existing and legacy systems. Project Support Conduct site surveys, inspections, and customer-site visits as needed. Prepare cost estimates and supporting documentation for small projects. Assist senior engineers with bids, proposals, estimates, and change-order pricing. Assign and coordinate technical tasks with entry-level engineers and technical staff. Required Experience & Skills Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related field with 2+ years of experience, OR Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related field with 0+ years of experience. Experienced with Woodward Controls/PLCs Proficiency with programming languages such as ladder logic and structured text. Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills within industrial automation/control systems. Experience reading electrical and control schematics and plans. Experience with control system startup, configuration, calibration, testing, and troubleshooting. Experience with computer networks and AutoCAD and/or EPLAN. Ability to travel to customer sites, with a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record. PLC / DDC Experience Must have experience designing, programming, and troubleshooting at least one of the following: Siemens SIMATIC Allen-Bradley / Rockwell Automation; PlantPAx preferred Schneider Electric Modicon ABB AC500 / AC800M Omron Johnson Controls FX Siemens Desigo / Apogee GE Intelligent Platforms SCADA Experience Must have experience designing, programming, and troubleshooting at least one of the following: AVEVA InTouch / System Platform Ignition GE iFIX / CIMPLICITY Siemens WinCC Rockwell FactoryTalk View AVEVA Citect SCADA Intellution FIX32/HMI32 VTScada AVEVA / OSIsoft PI Historian Preferred Certifications Design-Build Institute of America (DBIA) Certified SCADA Security Architect (CSSA) Certified Automation Professional (CAP) Engineer in Training (EIT) PLC/automation certifications such as Schneider, Rockwell, Siemens, or Niagara SCADA certifications such as AVEVA, Rockwell, ICONICS, or Ignition Benefits Competitive salary Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance Paid time off Relocation assistance 401(k) retirement plan