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Position Summary One of our clients is seeking a Controls Engineer to develop, maintain, troubleshoot, and continuously improve automation and control systems supporting critical industrial operations. This role is focused on maximizing uptime, reliability, throughput, and process efficiency through design, integration, troubleshooting, and optimization of automation technologies. A key requirement for this position is direct hands-on experience with Emerson Ovation DCS hardware/software (mandatory). Candidates must have practical experience supporting, troubleshooting, configuring, maintaining, or upgrading Emerson Ovation systems in an industrial or process-control environment. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, implement, and support industrial automation control systems and equipment
Program, integrate, troubleshoot, and maintain Emerson Ovation DCS systems , along with PLC, HMI, and related control platforms
Diagnose and resolve automation, controls, and instrumentation issues to minimize downtime and improve reliability
Develop and troubleshoot ladder logic, control sequences, and process automation strategies
Review and create electrical panel layouts, wiring schematics, loop drawings, and bills of materials (BOMs)
Support hardware electrical systems including control panels, motors, variable frequency drives (VFDs), actuators, and field devices
Troubleshoot electrical systems up to 480VAC / 24VDC and support instrumentation signal loops (4-20mA, digital I/O, etc.)
Gather and analyze process data to identify operational improvements and increase system efficiency
Develop functional specifications, control narratives, project scopes, cost estimates, and implementation plans
Review construction / installation drawings and maintain system documentation, SOPs, and technical training manuals
Collaborate with internal engineering teams, plant operations, contractors, and vendors on automation initiatives
Train and support maintenance technicians and electricians on control systems operation and troubleshooting
Participate in FAT/SAT testing, commissioning, startup support, shutdown planning, and field troubleshooting
Travel as required for project support and site visits
Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Automation Engineering, or related technical field
5+ years of controls / automation engineering experience in industrial, utility, or process-control environments
Direct hands-on Emerson Ovation DCS hardware/software experience (required / non-negotiable)
Experience with system configuration, troubleshooting, upgrades, maintenance, and support of Ovation control systems
Strong experience with PLC programming, HMI development, and industrial automation integration
Minimum 2+ years of hands-on PLC / controls troubleshooting experience
Experience troubleshooting electrical systems up to 480VAC and 24VDC controls
Hands-on troubleshooting of motors, VFDs, actuators, control valves, and related industrial equipment
Familiarity with pneumatic and hydraulic systems
Strong analytical, root-cause troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced plant / project environment
Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
Flexibility to support field work, commissioning, and travel as needed
Preferred Experience Power generation, utilities, heavy industrial, water/wastewater, or process manufacturing background strongly preferred
Experience with instrumentation calibration (flow, pressure, level, temperature, vibration, etc.)
Knowledge of industrial communication protocols such as OPC, Modbus, Ethernet/IP, Profibus, or similar
Understanding of P&IDs, loop drawings, control network architecture, and process control documentation
Experience with system modernization / migration projects involving legacy DCS or PLC platforms
Exposure to conveyor systems, water treatment, wastewater treatment, or process utilities is a plus
Core Competencies Emerson Ovation DCS Support & Troubleshooting
Industrial Automation & Controls Engineering
PLC / HMI / DCS Integration
Electrical Design & Troubleshooting
Instrumentation & Process Controls
Root Cause Analysis & Process Optimization
Project Execution & Technical Leadership
Cross-Functional Collaboration & Training
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