Path Construction

Path Construction

Senior Controls Engineer - Construction - Water Division

Arlington Heights, Illinois, United States · Senior · Contract

Sponsorship not specified$70k-$140kDetected 443 days ago
Machine LearningCybersecuritySystems EngineeringRoboticsPLCElectrical EngineeringControlsLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationProblem SolvingMentoringSCADA

About the role

  • Path Construction seeks a qualified Senior Controls Engineer to join our organization in Arlington Heights, IL.
  • Path is looking for someone with great technical skills, good communication skills, strong attention to detail, and strong leadership skills.
  • As a Senior Controls Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in the success of our operation teams for our water division projects.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with project managers, superintendents, and other stakeholders to deliver projects on time and within budget.
  • Create and maintain detailed documentation of control system architecture, design, and processes.
  • Participate in project reviews and provide technical input for new proposals and designs.

Requirements

  • Master's degree in: Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Control Systems Engineering, or a related field (Master's degree required).
  • Minimum of 7 years of experience in control systems design, automation, implementation, preferably in water and waste treatment plants.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of both PLC and DCS hardware and software.
  • Proficiency in PLC programming (e.g., Emerson, Schneider - Square D, Siemens, Allen-Bradley) and HMI/SCADA development.
  • Ability to program PLCs, DCS, HMIs, SCADA systems, and other control devices.
  • Strong understanding of industrial automation, robotics, and process control systems in water and waste treatment facilities.
  • Experience with motion control, servo systems, and instrumentation.
  • Experience with network infrastructure.

Nice to have

  • Experience in commercial construction, industrial construction, or public works projects.
  • Familiarity with cybersecurity principles as they apply to control systems.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license or Certified Automation Professional (CAP) certification.

Skills

  • The main philosophy and strategy for the growth of our organization is to be on the cutting edge of all aspects of the construction process.

Compensation

  • $70,000 - $140,000 401(k) Program Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Long-Term and Short-Term Disability Insurance Company cellphone and computer Annual Bonus Plan

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