Senior Controls Engineer

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Clayco

Senior Controls Engineer

Saint Louis, MO
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    About Us

    Clayco is a full-service, turnkey real estate development, master planning, architecture, engineering, and construction firm that safely delivers clients across North America the highest quality solutions on time, on budget, and above and beyond expectations. With $7.6 billion in revenue for 2024, Clayco specializes in the "art and science of building," providing fast track, efficient solutions for industrial, commercial, institutional, and residential related building projects.

    About Us

    Clayco Design & Engineering (CDE) is a premier design and engineering firm specializing in mission-critical projects, including data centers, advanced manufacturing, and high-reliability infrastructure. As part of Clayco’s integrated design-build approach, we deliver cutting-edge automation and control solutions that ensure seamless operations for high-performance facilities.

    Position Overview

    We are seeking a Senior Controls Engineer – Mission Critical to lead the design, development, and implementation of Building Management Systems (BMS), Industrial Control Systems (ICS), and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems for mission-critical projects. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with automation, PLCs, control network architecture, and system integration in high-reliability environments such as data centers, pharmaceutical plants, and industrial facilities.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Design, program, and commission automation and control systems for mission-critical projects.
    • Develop PLC, HMI, and SCADA architectures to support complex facility operations.
    • Integrate Building Management Systems (BMS), Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS), and Industrial Control Systems (ICS) into mission-critical environments.
    • Perform network architecture design for control systems, including cybersecurity best practices.
    • Work closely with electrical, mechanical, and IT teams to ensure seamless system integration.
    • Conduct system testing, validation, and troubleshooting during commissioning and operational phases.
    • Manage vendor and subcontractor relationships to ensure control systems meet performance specifications.
    • Stay current with emerging technologies in automation, IoT, and AI-driven control systems to enhance operational efficiency and resilience.
    • Provide mentorship to junior engineers and contribute to knowledge-sharing within the team.

    Qualifications

    • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
    • 10+ years of experience in controls engineering, with at least 5 years in mission-critical environments (data centers, pharma, advanced manufacturing, etc.).
    • Expertise in PLC programming (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Schneider, etc.), SCADA/HMI development (Ignition, Wonderware, Rockwell FactoryTalk, etc.), and network communication protocols (Modbus, BACnet, OPC, etc.).
    • Strong knowledge of power monitoring systems (EPMS), industrial automation, and cybersecurity best practices for control systems.
    • Experience with programming and configuring automation platforms for real-time monitoring and predictive maintenance.
    • Familiarity with NFPA, ISA, NIST, and industry standards related to automation and control in mission-critical environments.
    • Excellent problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills.
    • Willingness to travel to project sites as needed for commissioning and system validation.

    Why Join Clayco Design & Engineering?

    • Be at the forefront of mission-critical automation and controls engineering.
    • Work on high-profile, cutting-edge projects in data centers and advanced industries.
    • Competitive salary, benefits, and professional development opportunities.
    • Collaborate with top-tier professionals in a fast-paced, design-build environment.

    If you are passionate about control systems, automation, and mission-critical infrastructure, we want to hear from you! Apply today to join our dynamic team.