Senior Controls Engineer – PLC Automation / Industrial Controls
BlackStar Orlando $110,000 - $140,000/year
Senior Controls Engineer – PLC Automation & System Integration
Location: Orlando, FL (100% Onsite)Compensation: $110,000 – $140,000 base + annual bonus + ESOP ownership
Job Summary
We are seeking a Senior Controls Engineer to lead the design, programming, and commissioning of complex automation and control systems for large-scale projects in manufacturing and entertainment environments. This is a hands-on engineering role focused on PLC-based system design, electrical/control integration, and on-site startup support.Ideal candidates bring 8–10+ years of controls engineering experience and the ability to independently design systems from concept through commissioning.
Key Responsibilities- Design complete control systems from scratch (hardware, software, networking, and architecture)
- Develop PLC/DCS control logic using ladder logic and structured text (Allen-Bradley, Siemens preferred)
- Perform electrical panel design, power calculations, load analysis, and component selection
- Create system documentation, including control narratives, schematics, network layouts, and test plans
- Support system integration, installation, startup, commissioning, and troubleshooting
- Conduct control system analysis, including short circuit, load flow, harmonics, and safety assessments
- Design safety-critical and redundant control systems (SIL/PL concepts preferred)
- Manage vendor scope and ensure compliance with engineering standards, safety codes, and client requirements
- Perform on-site troubleshooting, diagnostics, and root cause analysis
- Support multi-disciplinary engineering teams and act as technical lead on projects
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or closely related field (controls experience required)
- 8–10+ years of Controls / Automation Engineering experience
- Strong PLC programming experience from scratch (Allen-Bradley and/or Siemens preferred)
- Experience with industrial control systems, I/O, field devices, and Ethernet-based distributed systems
- Hands-on experience with commissioning, startup, and troubleshooting
- Ability to read and develop electrical/control schematics (AutoCAD preferred)
- Strong understanding of industrial automation systems and control architecture
- Excellent communication and ability to work in multi-disciplinary teams
- Safety-critical systems (ASTM standards, SIL/PL, attractions, or regulated industries)
- AutoCAD for controls or panel design documentation
- Multi-language PLC programming (Structured Text, C++, VB)
- Experience in manufacturing, automation, or ride/entertainment systems
- Travel: Up to 30% (typically ~10%)
- Work Environment: On-site at client/project locations (industrial & engineering environments)
- Schedule: May require off-shift support during installation/commissioning
- 100% employee-owned ESOP company
- ENR Top 500 engineering firm with 40+ years of stability
- Strong culture of technical ownership and long-term career growth
- Comprehensive benefits package including:
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- 401(k) + Profit Sharing + ESOP
- PTO & Paid Holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Life & Disability Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
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