Controls System Engineer

The role

You will design, develop, and maintain automated control systems. You will work with cross-functional teams to deliver control solutions that meet safety and regulatory standards.

What you will do

• Design, program, and commission PLC, DCS, and SCADA systems
• Develop and maintain control system architecture
• Perform system modeling, simulation, and analysis
• Conduct Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT)
• Troubleshoot and resolve control system faults
• Create and maintain technical documentation
• Collaborate with process engineers to translate requirements into specifications
• Ensure systems comply with applicable safety standards
• Provide technical support and training to operations and maintenance staff
• Participate in hazard reviews and implement safety instrumented functions

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
• 3+ years of experience in controls systems design and implementation
• Proficiency in PLC programming (e.g., Rockwell/Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Schneider Electric) using IEC 61131-3 languages
• Experience with SCADA/HMI platforms (e.g., Ignition, FactoryTalk, WinCC)
• Solid understanding of industrial communication protocols (EtherNet/IP, Modbus, Profibus, OPC-UA)
• Familiarity with instrumentation, field devices, and process control fundamentals
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Nice to have

• Experience with distributed control systems (DCS) such as DeltaV, Honeywell Experion, or ABB 800xA
• Knowledge of functional safety standards and SIL verification
• Exposure to Industry 4.0 concepts, IIoT integration, or edge computing
• PE license or ISA Certified Control Systems Technician (CCST) certification
• Experience in Oil & Gas / Manufacturing / Maritime

Benefits

• Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents
• Generous PTO and Holidays
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Competitive Salary with performance-based bonuses
• 401(k) plan
• Stock Options
• Basic life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Free lunch benefit
• Unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office

Before you apply

• Requires access to export-controlled information or items that require U.S. Person status
• U.S. Person status defined as U.S. citizens, legal permanent residents, or certain protected classes of asylees and refugees

About the company

Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, developing solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms.