Prime Controls · 12 hours ago
Controls Engineer II
Sugar Land, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
4+ years expPrime Controls, L.P. is a family-owned Systems Integration and I&C Construction firm dedicated to meeting clients’ industrial automation and control requirements. As a Controls Engineer II, you will be responsible for designing control system details, instrumentation configuration, and leading projects while ensuring system functionality and training personnel.
ConstructionIndustrial AutomationManufacturing
Responsibilities
Collaborates with project managers and estimators to assess potential projects and submit proposals
Reads and interprets diagrams and documentation and communicates with customers to understand objectives and preferences
Develops the overall architecture and communication strategy between control system elements
Works with the customer and other stakeholders to define and document control system functionality
Develops BOMs, IO lists, and requirements for control panels
Serves as the technical lead for small projects. This includes building PLC and HMI templates for the project
Develops PLC programs in Ladder, Function Block, and other languages
Develops the human machine interface (HMI)
Develops hardware and software test plans and writes simulation logic for the testing of the PLC and HMI system
Develops a training plan and materials to train operations and maintenance personnel
Communicates and coordinates with management of the installation team to ensure that technicians are executing per documented processes
Tests the installed system to observe system functionality and ensure that the programs function as designed
Troubleshoots problems that occur during startup that are caused by incorrect drawings, changes in customer desires, inaccurate instrumentation specifications, or other technical issues. Diagnoses and resolves software and hardware interface issues
Trains customers on use and operation of client-specific system integration software
Interfaces with manufacturers and vendors of software and application products, especially with regard to problem diagnosis and resolution
Works with others to address design problems as necessary
May respond to service calls to troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair programming and system failures
Mentor and train less experienced employees
Qualification
Required
4 years Industrial Controls experience in architectural, engineering or construction (AEC) industry or similar field
Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechatronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, related Bachelor's discipline, related degree from a Technical College or equivalent Industrial controls experience
4 years of experience in PLC programming
Proficiency with Allen Bradley equipment and systems
Proficiency in PLC Programming including ladder logic, function block, and structured text
Familiarity with networking (Ethernet/IP)
Experience and knowledge of HMIs
Preferred
6 years of experience in architectural, engineering or construction (AEC) industry or similar field
Proficiency with AutoCAD – Autodesk software
Benefits
Health, Dental, and Vision coverage
Flexible Spending Account(s)
Generous PTO
Numerous culture events
ESOP
401k matching and more!
Company
Prime Controls
Prime Controls is an industrial automation company that offers industrial automation and control systems.
501-1000 employees
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Jace McNiel
Owner
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2025-01-18
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