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Overview
Wunderlich-Malec Engineering (WM) is one of the largest and most well-established engineering firms in the U.S., with over 40 years of industry leadership. As a 100% employee-owned ESOP company, we're proud to be ranked among the Top 5 Systems Integrators and an ENR Top 500 Firm.
What You'll Do
As a Senior Controls Engineer, you'll lead projects from concept to commissioning, working directly with clients and internal teams. Your responsibilities will include :
- Design and implement control systems using PLC, HMI, SCADA, and DCS platforms (DeltaV experience is a plus)
- Develop control system architecture, select components, and create detailed schematics
- Program controllers (Ladder, SFC, Structured Text) and visualization systems (HMI / SCADA)
- Build databases for historical data archiving and display
- Utilize programming languages like VBA, .NET, SQL, and Python for advanced HMI / SCADA development
Industrial Networking
Design and implement fiber, wired, and wireless networks using industrial protocols (Ethernet / IP, Profinet, IT / OT)Project Leadership & Management
Lead engineering teams and mentor junior staffManage project execution plans, budgets, schedules, and reportingOversee daily operations of projects up to $1M and ensure profitabilityAct as technical lead and occasionally serve as Project ManagerWhat You Bring
Education & Experience
Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent experience5+ years of experience in controls engineering, including :PLC-5 to ControlLogix conversionsRockwell Automation platforms (FactoryTalk, PlantPAX)Inductive Automation IgnitionDCS platforms like Emerson DeltaV (preferred)S88 Batch / Recipes, OEE, MES, ERP systemsElectrical schematics and control panel designAutoCAD proficiencyLeadership & Collaboration
Proven ability to lead teams and mentor engineersStrong communication and client-facing skillsProfessional references from a manager, peer, and subordinateTravel
Up to 10% out-of-state travel; regular visits to client sites in Southern CaliforniaWork Environment & Physical Requirements
Hybrid work model (in-office and remote)Physical demands include seeing, hearing, speaking clearly, manual dexterity, driving, lifting, and equipment accessWhy Join WM?
We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employee-owners, including :
MedicalDentalVisionBasic and Supplemental Life and AD&DLong Term DisabilityVoluntary Short Term DisabilityHealthcare & Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsHealth Savings AccountPaid Time Off (PTO)Paid HolidaysTution ReimbursementReferral Bonus Program401(k) / Profit Sharing100% ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)Employee Assistance ProgramWill Preparation ResourcesWorldwide Travel AssistanceExpected salary range is approximately $140,000 to $160,000 per year depending on qualifications plus a discretionary bonus and employee stock program.
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