Project Engineer - Controls

FootBridge is seeking a Project Engineer - Controls to support the design, implementation, and delivery of instrumentation and control system solutions for industrial and infrastructure-related projects. This role involves collaboration with engineering, operations, and project personnel throughout the project lifecycle, focusing on control systems design, engineering documentation, and project coordination.

Responsibilities:

• Design, configure, test, and troubleshoot programmable control systems used in industrial applications
• Review project specifications, process information, and technical requirements to support system development and execution
• Develop control narratives, functional descriptions, and related system documentation
• Assist with the implementation and integration of automation and control solutions across a variety of platforms
• Create and maintain electrical and control system drawings, including schematics, loop diagrams, layouts, and supporting engineering documentation
• Perform equipment sizing and selection calculations as required for project applications
• Develop and maintain bills of materials and associated technical documentation
• Prepare project deliverables including submittals, design revisions, and engineering documentation packages
• Coordinate with internal teams to support fabrication, assembly, and implementation activities
• Collaborate with project teams and technical resources throughout all stages of project execution
• Participate in testing, system validation, and startup activities
• Support field commissioning efforts, troubleshooting activities, and performance optimization
• Provide customer support, training, and operational guidance when required

Requirements:

• Experience working with industrial control systems, automation technologies, and programmable control platforms
• Ability to read and interpret technical specifications, process documentation, and engineering diagrams
• Experience developing engineering drawings and project deliverables
• Knowledge of instrumentation systems, process controls, and analog/digital I/O integration
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving capabilities
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline with applicable experience
• Associate degree in a technical field with relevant industry experience
• Equivalent combination of practical industry experience and technical education
• Ability to work with computers and technical equipment for extended periods
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, and move throughout office and active work environments
• Ability to lift and transport equipment or materials when necessary
• Ability to access elevated work locations and restricted areas when required
• Sufficient visual and auditory capabilities to safely perform job responsibilities
• Travel to customer locations and project sites may be required
• Overnight travel may be necessary depending on project schedules and business needs
• Familiarity with SCADA, HMI, or other visualization platforms is beneficial
• Automation or controls-related certifications
• Industry-recognized technical certifications
• Comparable training or relevant experience