Controls Engineer

Controls Engineer

$90000 - $125000 per year | Odessa, TX | On-site | Permanent

Amazing Controls Engineering Opportunity in Odessa!

A bit about us:

We are partnering with an established industrial manufacturing company seeking an experienced Controls Engineer to support plant automation, electrical infrastructure, and manufacturing operations. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who enjoys hands-on problem-solving, developing and implementing control software, and improving the reliability and efficiency of complex industrial equipment.

Why join us?

Salary between $90k-$125k

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Stable, established manufacturing environment

Opportunity to lead automation and electrical improvement projects

Work with complex industrial control systems and power distribution equipment

Long-term career growth and professional development

Job Details

Key Responsibilities:

Develop, program, implement, and maintain PLC-based control software for industrial manufacturing equipment and processes.

Design, modify, and troubleshoot industrial automation systems, including PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, and associated control hardware.

Support electrical power distribution systems, including transformers, switchgear, motor control centers (MCCs), and industrial electrical panels.

Lead control system upgrades, equipment integration, and automation improvement projects from design through commissioning.

Troubleshoot electrical, instrumentation, and control system failures to minimize downtime and improve equipment reliability.

Develop and maintain electrical schematics, control panel drawings, PLC programs, and technical documentation.

Configure and integrate industrial instrumentation, sensors, motors, and variable frequency drives.

Collaborate with Maintenance, Engineering, and Operations teams to identify opportunities for improved safety, productivity, and equipment performance.

Support equipment startups, testing, commissioning, and ongoing optimization of manufacturing processes.

Ensure electrical and control systems comply with applicable safety standards and industry regulations.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related technical discipline preferred.

Experience in controls engineering, industrial automation, or electrical engineering within a manufacturing environment.

Strong hands-on experience developing, modifying, and implementing PLC control software.

Solid understanding of industrial electrical power distribution systems, including transformers, switchgear, MCCs, and three-phase electrical systems.

Experience troubleshooting and integrating PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, motor controls, and industrial instrumentation.

Familiarity with Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar industrial control platforms.

Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control system documentation.

Experience supporting electrical installations, equipment upgrades, and system commissioning.

Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.

Ability to work independently and collaborate with cross-functional manufacturing teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with process automation in chemical, plastics, petrochemical, or continuous-process manufacturing environments.

Knowledge of industrial communication networks, SCADA systems, and process control instrumentation.

Familiarity with NFPA 70, NFPA 70E, and applicable industrial electrical safety standards.

Experience managing capital improvement projects involving electrical and automation systems.

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