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Senior controls engineer

Cognify Global
Massachusetts, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/5/2026

THIS JOB CAN BE REMOTE AS LONG AS YOU ARE IN THE NEW ENGLAND AREA.


Senior Controls Engineer (DeltaV / Allen-Bradley PLC)

We are seeking a Senior Controls Engineer to design, implement, and support industrial automation systems. The ideal candidate will have strong experience with Emerson DeltaV DCS and Allen-Bradley PLC platforms and will support projects from design through commissioning and startup.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and implement control systems using DeltaV DCS and Allen-Bradley PLCs (ControlLogix / CompactLogix)
  • Develop PLC logic and control strategies using Rockwell Studio 5000 / RSLogix
  • Configure DeltaV modules, phases, and equipment modules
  • Support FAT, SAT, commissioning, and plant startup activities
  • Integrate PLC/DCS systems with SCADA, HMIs, and plant networks
  • Troubleshoot and optimize control systems in a production environment
  • Develop and maintain technical documentation and system specifications

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Controls, or Automation Engineering
  • 7 years of controls engineering experience
  • Hands-on experience with DeltaV and Allen-Bradley PLCs
  • Experience with industrial networks and communication protocols (EtherNet/IP, Modbus, OPC)
  • Strong troubleshooting and commissioning experience

Salary : $140,000 - $200,000

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