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TAI Senior Controls Engineer in Arlington, Virginia
Looking for variety and technical challenges? We're searching for a forward-thinking and client facing Senior Controls Engineer/PM to support the operation and maintenance of Distributed Control Systems within a mission critical facility in Arlington, VA. This is no ordinary engineering role – you'll be actively managing projects at a facility that is on the leading edge and actively pursuing integrating a very diverse set of building automation systems, industrial controls, sub metering systems, and operator interfaces. You’ll be a strategic thinker who ensures our projects meet and exceed our client’s needs.
Projects variety examples:
Adding instrumentation and integrating into control systems.
Replacing control system panels with panels that have up-to-date equipment.
Troubleshooting devices that have stopped functioning and proposing solutions.
Reviewing systems to recommend spare parts to be purchased.
Here's a taste of what you'll be doing:
Being a Subject Matter Expert on the control system and provide consul to all the stakeholders.
Work with a talented team of controls engineers and technicians; providing guidance and mentorship.
Designing and implementing small control system related continuous improvement projects.
Programing changes to the PLC and HMI system.
Troubleshooting controls related issues.
Management of TAIs field office which includes:
Coordinating the schedule of PM and other work with the customer and control techs.
Review of all reports generated.
Front line oversight of the two Control Techs
Support and supervise Control Techs in the calibration and maintenance of controls devices. Examples of such devices are Pressure, Temperature, Level and Flow Transmitters, Motor starters, VFDs, Analyzers, and valves.
PLC System software support, to include updating regularly released patches and version upgrades by Allen Bradley or other PLC manufacturers.
Interface with clients to understand their needs and translate them into exceptional designs.
Ensure projects meet all regulatory requirements and industry standards.
Stay on top of emerging technologies and industry trends.
You'll be a perfect fit if you have:
Minimum of ten (10) years’ industry experience.
Minimum 5 years with industrial controls with Allen Bradley / Rockwell Hardware.
Bachelor's degree in engineering (mechanical, chemical, electrical, etc.) OR at least 10 years of relevant work experience.
Experience with HMI/SCADA is required, preferably with ICONICS GENESIS64 HMI software package.
Experience with boilers, chillers, pumps, valves, building automation, and related systems.
Management Experience a plus
Control System Design experience is a plus.
Exceptional communication skills to collaborate with a diverse team and clientele.
A strong understanding of project management principles and best practices.
The ability to think strategically and translate our client’s business goals into engineering solutions.
What TAI offers:
The opportunity to make a real impact on a variety of industry-leading projects.
The ability to balance your work and family activities.
Work in a dynamic and collaborative environment that values creativity and innovation.
Competitive salary and benefits package.
A chance to learn and grow alongside some of the brightest minds in engineering.
If you're interested in learning more about TAI Engineering and what made us a top-20 partner to the manufacturing sector per Engineering News Record (ENR), please visit us at www.taiengineering.com.
TAI provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.