PLC Controls Engineer

Prudent Technologies and Consulting, Inc. is seeking a skilled PLC controls engineer to design, develop, and implement advanced automation and control systems for industrial applications. The role involves improving operational efficiency and enhancing productivity in complex environments such as oil & gas and large-scale process industries.

Responsibilities:

• Design and develop control systems and automation solutions
• Program and configure PLC systems (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, NI cRIO)
• Lead system development, commissioning, and testing
• Develop and implement HMI/SCADA systems
• Design automation networks and communication protocols
• Perform system validation, verification, and troubleshooting
• Interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, and control diagrams
• Support field installations and commissioning activities

Requirements:

• Strong experience with PLC programming (Siemens TIA Portal, Allen-Bradley)
• Strong experience with SCADA / HMI systems
• Strong experience with industrial automation and control systems
• Knowledge of industrial communication protocols: Modbus, TCP/IP, Profinet, CAN
• Hands-on experience with sensors, actuators, VFDs, pumps
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Experience in oil & gas, power generation, or process industries
• Knowledge of advanced control systems (Model Predictive Control)
• Knowledge of signal processing and system dynamics
• Familiarity with functional safety standards (IEC 61508, IEC 61131-3)
• Programming experience in C#, C++, Python, MATLAB, Java