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Senior Control System Engineer

ACE
Birmingham, AL Full Time
POSTED ON 1/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/28/2026

Job Details

Automation & Controls Engineering (ACE) takes great pride in being trusted Automation and Controls Specialists, offering industrial automation and process technology solutions to enhance Manufacturing and Utility operations. Our team of over 600 employee-owners is committed to working together to challenge the status quo. We are currently in search of a skilled Control System Engineer who shares our passion for learning, utilizing innovative technology to overcome complex issues, and eager to reap the benefits of being an owner. If you fit this description, we would be thrilled to connect with you.

As a Senior Control System Engineering with Automation & Controls Engineering (ACE), you will be responsible for mentoring Junior Control System Engineers in designing, implementing, and maintaining control systems to regulate and optimize industrial processes. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to ensure that control systems meet the specifications and requirements of the client or organization being supported.

How you'll make an impact:

  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships internally and externally
  • Provide control system design, architecture, estimates and development of modern automation control systems
  • Interact with customers to resolve issues and identify additional opportunities. Champion alternative solutions that make economic sense and reduce risk for customers and engineer
  • Provide technical support, define system scope, manage deliverables, and develop a team environment in project execution
  • Communicate technical content to customers, verbally, in writing, and through graphical presentation with a passion to help others learn

Skills you'll need:

  • Have at least 5 years of experience in control systems, instrument design and/or maintenance (including final control elements) as applied in the process industry
  • A supportive and enriching attitude to teammates and the business for growth, along with personifying our "Winning Together" Culture.
  • Must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull or otherwise move objects up to 35 pounds
  • Work involves frequent periods of standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, twisting/turning, reaching and bending at the waist

Here's what will set you apart:

  • BS degree in engineering (ME or EE)
  • Experience with Honeywell Experion PKS, TDC 3000/2000, HC900, ControlEdge, ENRAF and FUSION Products
  • Equivalent experience with other control systems such as: Emerson DeltaV, Rockwell ControlLogix PLC's, Siemens PCS7, etc

The Rewards:

  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • 401(K) Match
  • Competitive Pay
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Package
  • Employer Paid Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
  • Career Development Opportunities

About ACE/AWC

As employee-owners, we strive to do more than just complete tasks; we seek to develop fulfilling careers by pushing ourselves and questioning the status quo. We embrace innovative and creative methods to expand our expertise while providing genuine value to our customers and technology partners. We strategically partner with the world's most-recognized brands to help engineering, reliability, and maintenance teams solve problems effectively. As experts in our partners' technologies, we are well-equipped to properly size, select, configure, and support each. It is our goal to serve you with the best combination of caring experts and innovative solutions from our partners.

How We Win Together

We are committed to solving customer problems and are looking for team members that want to be a trusted resource to those looking for a partner who out-knows, out-cares, and out-serves everyone else. Every day, we strive to deliver on our mission to empower people to make the greatest positive impact for the communities and families we serve together. Our Winning Together culture starts with a shared commitment to building an environment of inclusiveness, trust, and mutual respect. We know that when people like you are safe to pursue your passions, to learn, to serve, and to share in the rewards from our combined efforts, then we are winning together.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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