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Integer Technologies · 1 month ago

Lead Controls Systems Engineer – Power Systems Research and Prototyping

Columbia, South Carolina Metropolitan Area

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Integer Technologies is an applied research and product development company focused on innovation for the Department of Defense and U.S. Government agencies. The Lead Controls Systems Engineer will design and develop control systems for defense maritime power systems, ensuring reliability, safety, and cybersecurity while mentoring engineering teams and overseeing integration into complex defense platforms.

Defense & Space

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Hiring Manager

T.J. McKelvey

Responsibilities

Lead the design and development of scalable PLC-based control systems and automation architectures for defense maritime power system applications, ensuring adaptability to evolving mission requirements

Ensure all control system solutions meet defense-grade reliability, safety, and cybersecurity standards through rigorous validation against frameworks

Mentor engineering teams in control systems best practices, fostering technical excellence and continuous improvement in design methodologies

Oversee seamless integration of control systems into complex defense platforms, guaranteeing interoperability with mechanical, electrical, and software subsystems

Champion adoption of digital twin models and advanced simulation tools to accelerate R&D, mitigate risks, and validate operational performance

Design and develop PLC systems, automation systems, special protection systems, controls logic, and controls programming using industry-standard tools for power systems (e.g., generation, distribution, conversion, energy storage)

Lead cross-functional integration of control systems into defense platforms, collaborating with mechanical, electrical, and software teams to resolve interoperability challenges

Develop and execute comprehensive test plans (e.g., simulation, hardware-in-loop (HIL), unit test, hardware validation) to verify system performance under operational conditions

Conduct rigorous design/code reviews and mentor junior engineers to uphold best practices in safety-critical system development

Maintain meticulous documentation of design processes, test results, and system configurations to ensure compliance with operational requirements

Research emerging technologies (e.g., AI-driven predictive maintenance, advanced PLC architectures, OT security) to enhance system capabilities and address mission evolution

Serve as the technical liaison between engineering teams and defense customers to translate operational needs into actionable system specifications

Qualification

PLC-based control systemsControls solutions for power systemsIndustrial communication protocolsMiddleware applicationsReal-time simulation platformsProgramming language proficiencyMentoring engineering teamsResearch emerging technologiesCommunication skills

Required

Must be a U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a DoW Secret Clearance (eligibility for Top Secret is a plus)

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science or a closely related technical discipline

5+ years of professional experience developing and deploying controls and automation solutions

3+ years of professional experience developing controls solutions for electrical power systems, including generators, motors, batteries, power electronics, and switchgear

Proficiency with industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, OPC UA, TCP/IP, CANbus, PROFINET, EtherCAT) and gateways (e.g., Anybus)

Proficiency with middleware applications for data distribution (e.g., OAS, ROS2)

Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to produce clear technical reports and give concise briefings to internal, military and commercial stakeholders

Preferred

Master's or PhD in relevant engineering or computer science discipline

Familiarity with AI/ML frameworks, advanced anomaly detection, cyber-security best practices, and agentic controls

Experience with real-time simulation platforms (OpalRT, Speedgoat, Typhoon) and hardware in the loop (HIL) simulation

Experience integrating machinery autonomy systems or autonomous controls

Knowledge of modeling electrical plant controls and virtualized testing

Deep technical knowledge of control and automation architectures with demonstrated experience applying industry best practices for achieving deployed solutions

Proficiency in at least one general programming language (e.g., Python, C/C++, Java)

Benefits

Base salaries which exceed local & national industry averages.

Year-end performance-based bonuses.

401(k) with company matching that vest immediately.

Integer fully covers medical, prescription, vision, and dental insurance costs for the employee and dependents. Meaning Integer standard plan pays 100% of health insurance premiums for your entire family from a well-known national insurer, saving its employee’s thousands of dollars annually.

Relocation assistance available.

Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.

Paid bereavement and parental leave.

Hybrid schedule: Mondays and Fridays are optional to work from home or in the office.