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Control Engineer
Direct Hire | 1st Shift
We are seeking an experienced Control Engineer to support industrial operations through PLC/DCS maintenance, automation support, and continuous improvement of electrical and control systems. This role is hands-on and includes field work, close collaboration with maintenance teams, and support of plant instrumentation and electrical systems.
Key Responsibilities
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Maintain, troubleshoot, and program PLC systems, including Allen-Bradley ControlLogix and SLC 500
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Support and optimize DCS systems (DeltaV)
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Perform field work to diagnose and resolve control, electrical, and instrumentation issues
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Support maintenance and instrumentation teams with troubleshooting and system improvements
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Manage and support Burner Management Systems (BMS)
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Maintain and utilize data historians (e.g., AVEVA PI)
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Support environmental compliance systems including CEMS/COMS
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Develop and implement reliability and automation improvement strategies
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Lead or support controls-related projects, upgrades, and documentation
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Ensure control systems meet safety, operational, and regulatory requirements
Qualifications / Experience Needed
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Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology
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4 years of industrial controls or automation engineering experience
(chemical, coke plant, power generation, or heavy industrial environment preferred) -
Hands-on PLC experience
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Experience performing field-based troubleshooting and support
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Experience supporting maintenance teams
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Knowledge of industrial instrumentation, sensors, and control devices
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Experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs and DeltaV DCS
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Ability to work independently and collaboratively in an operating plant environment
What We Offer:
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Full benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision) starting on your first day.
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Pension and 401k for your future.
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Holiday pay and vacation pay to help you recharge