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Lead Control Systems Engineer

RoviSys
Nashville, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 10/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/30/2026
Works directly with customers to define functional requirements and design, configure, commission and qualify control systems.

Responsibilities

  • Owns and leads projects with small to medium sized teams for projects.
  • Assists Project Manager in identifying changes in project scope and developing change orders.
  • Demonstrates an understanding of the project scope and schedule.
  • Translates functional requirements to system configuration.
  • Designs control systems’ network architectures and control strategies.
  • Serves as a technical contact for customers.
  • Has a firm competency of one or more control systems platforms or industrial processes.
  • Adapts to new technologies by applying learned concepts and functionality.


Day to Day Activities:

  • Interfacing with the clients in design meetings and conference calls
  • Working with the project team leading less experienced engineers and taking direction from the project manager or lead engineer
  • Programming controllers with Rockwell and Siemens
  • Designing electrical control cabinets and panels
  • Testing the system configuration to verify functions
  • Travel to client site for project meetings
  • Travel to client site for system commissioning


Qualifications

  • 2-8 years of experience in automation
  • Experience in a controls platform, preferred systems below:
    • Rockwell Controllogix
    • Rockwell PlantPAx
    • Rockwell FactoryTalk View/Studio
    • Emerson DeltaV
    • Experience on other control system platforms
  • Thorough understanding of control system design and coding
  • Self-motivated, excellent communication skills, and enjoy working with people
  • B.S. in Electrical, Chemical, or Computer Engineering or Engineering Technology or related degree

Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Competitive Base Salary: $90,000–$130,000, depending on experience
  • Performance Bonuses: Bonus structure designed to reward results
  • Travel Perks: Travel incentives per-diem packages for field assignments
  • Full Benefits Package: Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Retirement Ready: 401(k) with company match
  • Time Off: Generous PTO which includes vacation, holidays, an d unlimited personal time
  • Grow With Us: Ongoing training, certifications, and professional development support

Salary : $90,000 - $130,000

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