divcon · 2 days ago
Lead Field PLC Engineer
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
7+ years expDivcon is headquartered in Dallas, Texas, and delivers integrated automation solutions nationwide. The Lead Field PLC Engineer is responsible for leading a team of field PLC engineers in deploying and supporting PLC-based control systems for large-scale data center environments, ensuring quality execution across multiple projects while providing technical mentorship and guidance.
CommercialIndustrial AutomationProject Management
Responsibilities
Lead and mentor a team of field PLC engineers, providing technical guidance and professional development
Assign resources and coordinate field activities across multiple concurrent projects
Conduct performance evaluations and provide ongoing coaching to team members
Develop technical capabilities within the team through hands-on training and knowledge sharing
Establish technical standards, best practices, and quality expectations for PLC field work
Serve as primary escalation point for complex technical issues requiring expert intervention
Lead deployment and commissioning of complex PLC systems for mission-critical data center facilities
Program, troubleshoot, and optimize PLC logic for HVAC, mechanical, and electrical control systems onsite
Resolve the most challenging technical issues including redundancy failures, communication network problems, and complex control sequence errors
Conduct advanced point-to-point verification and validation of critical control systems
Provide expert-level support during system start-up, commissioning, and turnover activities
Debug and correct complex installation issues during both static and dynamic commissioning
Coordinate field PLC team activities with project schedules and client requirements
Review and approve commissioning plans, test procedures, and PLC programming changes
Ensure all field work meets quality standards, documentation requirements, and client specifications
Conduct technical reviews of team members' work and provide corrective guidance as needed
Identify and mitigate technical risks during deployment and commissioning phases
Track project progress and report status to Field Engineering Manager
Serve as primary technical point of contact for clients during PLC commissioning activities
Lead technical discussions with clients, contractors, and vendors to resolve integration issues
Provide technical training and support to client operations teams during turnover
Participate in design reviews and technical planning meetings
Build strong client relationships through technical expertise and responsive support
Represent field PLC capabilities in client meetings and project planning sessions
Document technical solutions, lessons learned, and best practices for team reference
Develop and maintain technical procedures, troubleshooting guides, and training materials
Drive continuous improvement initiatives based on field experience and emerging technologies
Stay current with Rockwell Automation updates, PLC programming techniques, and industry standards
Contribute to internal knowledge base and technical documentation systems
Qualification
Required
7+ years of experience as a PLC Programmer/Engineer with extensive field deployment and commissioning experience
2+ years of technical leadership or team lead experience, preferably in field operations
Expert-level proficiency with Studio 5000 / Rockwell Automation software in field and production environments
Deep hands-on experience commissioning complex chiller, boiler, and central plant systems
Advanced expertise in redundancy strategies, redundant PLC controller managers, and failover systems
Proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex PLC logic, hardware, and communication network issues
Strong leadership and mentoring skills with ability to develop technical talent
Excellent communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences
Ability to manage multiple field projects and coordinate distributed team resources
Willingness and ability to travel 40-50%, including extended site assignments during critical phases
Valid driver's license and ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Software, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering
Experience leading field engineering teams in data center or mission-critical environments
Advanced certifications in Rockwell Automation platforms
Experience with Ignition SCADA, HMIs, and EPMS/BMS integrations
Knowledge of construction management and project coordination
Familiarity with Agile methodologies and project management tools
Experience developing training programs and technical documentation
Company
divcon
Mission critical is in our DNA. We have over 9 million square feet of white space under management and more than 1 gigawatt commissioned since 2017.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Goldman Sachs
2024-02-20Series Unknown
Leadership Team
Melinda Lawrence
Chief Financial Officer
Molly Ward
Vice President of Sustainability
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