Control System Engineer

Premier GroupRichmond, VA, US

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Job Description

JOB – Control System Engineer

LOCATION – Richmond, VA

SALARY - $100,000 - $115,000

TERM – Direct Hire

INDUSTRY – Industrial Automation / Custom Machinery

A growing industrial machinery manufacturer is seeking a Controls Engineer to lead the development and implementation of control systems for complex automated equipment. This is a hands-on, high-impact role working across engineering, production, and service teams to design, program, and support PLC-based systems from concept through commissioning.

The Control System Engineer will ideally have the following attributes :

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Programming, Industrial Automation, or a related field.
5–7 years of experience in PLC and HMI programming for automated machinery.
Expertise with Allen Bradley platforms (Studio 5000, Connected Components Workbench, FactoryTalk) and Siemens platforms.
Proficiency in programming PLCs using Structured Text, Ladder Logic, and Function Block Diagrams.
Solid understanding of control system hardware including VFDs, relays, sensors, pneumatics, and analog I / O.
Strong ability to diagnose and troubleshoot electrical and mechanical systems.
Ability to read and interpret schematics, P&IDs, and electrical diagrams.
Experience with AutoCAD Electrical and knowledge of UL, NEC, and NFPA standards.
Familiarity with Ethernet / IP and Modbus communication protocols.
Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
Willingness to travel occasionally (up to 5%) for field support.

The Control System Engineer's duties will involve :

Designing, programming, and testing PLCs and HMIs for custom automation equipment.

Managing projects from initial design through testing and customer acceptance.

Debugging code, troubleshooting issues, and supporting final system commissioning.

Documenting software changes and system sequences of operation.

Collaborating with engineering, shop, and service teams to ensure successful integration and support.

Providing remote technical support to field technicians for deployed machines.

Participating in design reviews and continuous improvement of control standards.

Supporting pre-sales activities with Sales Engineers by reviewing customer requirements.

Leading the development of system documentation, S.O.P.s, and commissioning protocols.

Ensuring compliance with company safety procedures and quality standards.

For more information about this Control System Engineering role, please apply, or contact Jack Smillie at jsmillie@pg-rec.com who will be able to provide more details on the opportunity.

Many thanks,

Premier Group

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Control Engineer • Richmond, VA, US