Position: Controls Engineer - Studio 5000 & Redundant Controller Experience Required
Location: Carrollton, TX
Hiring Contact: Jacob Parish |
Compensation: Below —
Job Overview: We are seeking an experienced PLC Engineer to develop, test, and program electronic control systems for mission-critical spaces. This role focuses on creating and implementing PLC programs for HVAC equipment in critical environments, providing technical support during commissioning, and working directly with clients to meet their automation needs. You'll be essential to delivering reliable control systems for our customers' most important infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities:
Client Consultation: Meet with clients to discuss mechanical and electrical automation requirements
Control Programming: Develop PLC programs to control HVAC equipment maintaining critical spaces
Program Maintenance: Provide customer-requested changes and updates to existing databases
Technical Support: Offer expertise in customer-facing meetings and during system commissioning
Field Collaboration: Support field teams, contractors, and vendors during project implementation
Commissioning: Debug installation issues during both static and dynamic start-up phases
Troubleshooting: Identify and resolve system errors efficiently
Documentation: Create comprehensive programming development processes for projects
System Testing: Ensure all control systems meet performance requirements and specifications
Continuous Improvement: Recommend and implement enhancements to programming standards
Qualifications:
5 years experience as a PLC Programmer
2 years experience minimum with Studio 5000 Software
Experience programming complex chiller and/or boiler systems (Central Plants)
Experience programming redundant PLC controller managers
Excellent organizational and time-management abilities
Self-motivated with a results-oriented mindset
Ability to thrive in fast-paced, collaborative environments
Capable of working independently without constant oversight
Bachelor's degree in software, mechanical, or electrical engineering preferred
Ignition Software experience a plus
Compensation & Benefits:
Salary: $120,000 - 150,000 per year based on experience
Benefits Package:
401(k) plan
Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Join our team and help drive the future of industrial automation while advancing your career. For more information or to apply, please contact Jacob Parish directly at
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.
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