Controls Designer Job at Progilisys Solutions in Austin

Job Title: Controls Designer
Location: Austin, TX

*Contract to Hire- Full Remote while on Contract - Must work onsite in Austin upon conversion - Relocation compensation is available - Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without Sponsorship. 

Job Summary:
Our client is seeking a skilled Controls Designer to join their team. The Controls Designer will play a key role in supporting various shops across the facility, focusing on designing and integrating control systems within our client’s state-of-the-art factory. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in coordinating with multiple trades—mechanical, structural, plumbing, and electrical—to ensure seamless control system integration and functionality.

Key Responsibilities:

• Instrument and Control Device Selection: Perform application-based sizing and selection of instruments and control devices required to operate and optimize complex mechanical and process systems, including HVAC, chilled water, compressed air, etc.

• Engineering Documentation: Create, review, and update controls engineering documentation and drawings using AutoCAD, Eplan, and Revit to maintain accuracy and compliance with project standards.

• Design and Layout of Control Systems: Utilize Revit to design and optimize the placement of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) and Power Supply Panels (PSP) for spatial efficiency, accessibility, and ease of maintenance.

• Panel Design: Create PLC, PSP, and Remote Input/Output (RIO) panel designs using AutoCAD and Eplan, ensuring compliance with industry standards and project specifications.

• Wiring and Diagram Development: Develop comprehensive wiring and one-line diagrams to illustrate electrical connectivity and functionality, supporting efficient installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of control systems.

• Network Topology Design: Design network topologies to establish reliable communication protocols and secure data flow between control devices, ensuring robust and fault-tolerant system operations.

• Redundancy and Fault Tolerance: Implement loop and ring designs to enhance redundancy in control system architectures, minimizing downtime and maximizing reliability.

• Construction Documentation: Generate detailed construction packages using Revit for instrumentation, including specifications, installation instructions, and quality assurance procedures to guide construction and commissioning activities.

• RFI Management: Manage the Request for Information (RFI) process for construction projects, addressing queries, and providing clarification on control system design and implementation to ensure adherence to project objectives.

• 2D and 3D Instrument Placement: Design and optimize the placement of instruments in 2D and 3D for mechanical and process plumbing scopes, adhering to safety regulations and design standards.

• Standard Drawing Packages: Develop standard and typical drawing packages for mechanical equipment, ensuring consistency in design and installation processes while complying with project requirements.

• Cable Tray and Conduit Routing Design: Design controls cable tray and conduit routing layouts, optimizing cable management and ensuring efficient distribution of control signals throughout the facility.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Controls Designer in an industrial setting, preferably in large-scale facilities or data centers.

• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and Eplan for control system design and layout.

• Strong understanding of electrical systems, network topologies, and control system architecture.

• Excellent collaboration skills, with experience working with multiple trades (mechanical, structural, plumbing, electrical).

• Ability to manage RFIs and provide clear, concise guidance on design and implementation issues.

• Familiarity with industry standards and safety regulations for control systems.