Controls Engineer

Job Summary: We are seeking a Controls Engineer to join our team in Wilmington, MA. This role involves designing, programming, and implementing control systems for industrial processes and machinery. The engineer will support projects across PLC, DCS, and HMI/SCADA systems, database management, instrumentation specification, and commissioning activities. Responsibilities: Conceptualize, design, and implement control systems that meet client requirements. Develop control system architecture and select appropriate components. Create schematic diagrams and technical documentation. Program controllers (PLC, DCS, RTU) and process visualization systems (HMI/SCADA). Develop and manage databases for archiving and historical data display. Support system check-out, commissioning, and on-site implementation at client facilities. Work with various programming languages including Ladder, Sequential Function Chart, Structured Text, VBA, .NET, and SQL. Collaborate with project teams, lead technical efforts, and mentor junior engineers/technicians as needed. Occasionally act as Project Manager on smaller projects. Must Have Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Control Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Computer Science. Minimum 5+ years of experience in control systems engineering. Strong knowledge of: PLC hardware/software (Rockwell Automation). HMI/SCADA platforms (Rockwell Automation, Inductive Automation Ignition). DCS systems (Emerson DeltaV). Proficiency in VBA, .NET, and SQL for HMI/SCADA system development. Experience creating schematics and documentation. bility to travel up to 25%. Nice to Have Skills: Experience with industrial networking (fiber, wired, wireless) and protocols (Ethernet/IP, Profibus, Modbus). Knowledge of electrical schematics, power distribution under 480VAC, NEC standards, and control panels. Familiarity with automation protocols such as HART, Foundation Fieldbus, OPC, Modbus TCP/IP. Strong leadership and client-facing skills. Familiarity with S88 Batch standards. Experience in life science regulatory environments (cGMP, 21 CFR Part 11). Knowledge of GAMP5, software/system development life cycles, and validation. dditional database experience (SQL). Working Conditions: Standard office and on-site industrial environments. Requires hands-on activities such as climbing, lifting, driving, and equipment access. Frequent computer and office equipment usage.

Created: 2026-03-10