Controls Engineer

Location: Houston TX

Department: DEPENG

The Opportunity

The Controls Engineer serves as a senior technical expert responsible for the design development integration and optimization of advanced control systems supporting mission-critical manufacturing operations and modular infrastructure. This role provides technical leadership across PLC BMS SCADA and HMI systems ensuring reliable safe and efficient operation of automated equipment and production processes.

As a senior contributor this position leads complex automation initiatives drives engineering standards supports cross-functional teams and mentors controls and automation personnel. The Controls Engineer plays a key role in improving system reliability operational efficiency and scalability across Integras manufacturing and deployment environments.

What you will do

Advanced Controls & Automation Engineering

• Lead the design development and implementation of complex control systems including PLC SCADA and HMI solutions for manufacturing and mission-critical infrastructure.
• Develop control system architectures logic and configurations that support reliability redundancy and safe operation.
• Design program test and validate PLC applications using ladder logic structured text or function block programming.
• Optimize automation solutions to improve throughput reduce downtime and enhance overall system performance.

System Integration & Technical Leadership

• Serve as a technical authority for controls system integration with manufacturing equipment power systems and enterprise platforms such as MES and data historians.
• Lead integration efforts with mechanical electrical IT and production teams to ensure seamless system interoperability.
• Review and approve control system designs logic and documentation produced by other engineers or integrators.
• Provide expert-level troubleshooting and root cause analysis for complex automation and controls issues.

Project Leadership & Execution

• Lead controls-focused projects from concept through deployment including scope definition scheduling technical coordination and commissioning support.
• Support budgeting vendor coordination and equipment selection related to automation and controls systems.
• Participate in factory acceptance testing (FAT) site acceptance testing (SAT) and commissioning activities.

Standards Safety & Compliance

• Ensure control systems comply with applicable safety standards industry codes and company policies.
• Support development and enforcement of controls engineering standards best practices and documentation requirements.
• Promote functional safety reliability and cybersecurity considerations within control system designs.

Documentation Training & Continuous Improvement

• Develop and maintain detailed system documentation including control narratives wiring diagrams I/O lists network architecture and operating procedures.
• Provide training and technical support to manufacturing maintenance and operations personnel.
• Identify opportunities to improve automation workflows system performance and engineering efficiency.
• Perform other related duties as required to support mission-critical operations and business objectives.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Controls Engineering Automation Engineering or a related field (preferred).
• 8 years of progressive controls or automation engineering experience (required).
• 5 years of hands-on PLC SCADA and HMI development in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Experience supporting mission-critical manufacturing modular infrastructure or high-reliability environments (preferred).
• Advanced degrees or equivalent professional experience (plus).
• Professional Engineer (PE) license (preferred).
• Controls or automation certifications; Niagara 4 ComAp Distech Ignition or equivalent. (preferred).
• Project Management (PMP) certification (plus).
• Knowledge in the area of Networking lAN and VLAN applications preferred.
• Functional Safety or cybersecurity certifications (optional)
• Expert-level knowledge of control systems industrial automation and manufacturing processes.
• Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD) (plus).
• Proficiency with PLC programming softwares (e.g. Niagara 4 ComAp Distech Ignition or equivalent).
• Proficiency with configuration files for products such Woodard ATS SEL 751 Relays Qualitrol Power Meters etc.
• In-depth understanding of industrial communication protocols (Modbus Profibus Ethernet/IP BacNet etc.).
• Strong analytical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Ability to independently manage complex technical challenges and priorities.
• Experience leading controls projects or serving as a technical lead (required).
• Willingness to travel up to 25% as required.

How we support you

We believe your best work happens when you feel supported - professionally personally and financially. Thats why we offer a range of benefits designed to help you thrive stay healthy and plan for the future.

• Performance-driven rewards Competitive pay with incentive opportunities that recognize your results and contributions.
• Comprehensive healthcare Medical dental and vision coverage that supports you and your familys total well-being.
• Security and peace of mind Life and disability insurance programs that provide protection when it matters most.
• Flexible benefits options A variety of voluntary benefits so you can personalize coverage to fit your needs.
• Time to recharge Generous paid time off to relax travel and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Investing in your growth Education assistance and tuition support to help you build skills and advance your career.
• Planning for the future Retirement and savings programs that help you achieve long-term financial confidence.

Come build with us

At Integra were driven by a vision to transform the data center industry. We specialize in delivering optimized turnkey solutions that bring together speed quality and reliability - helping our clients build and operate the mission-critical infrastructure that powers todays digital world. Integra is a vertically integrated company - owning and managing every phase of the process from site selection and design to manufacturing procurement commissioning and warranty. This approach allows us to move faster solve challenges more efficiently and deliver exceptional outcomes for our partners.

What truly sets Integra apart is our people. We are a team of problem-solvers engineers builders and operators who thrive on tackling complex challenges and delivering results. Our culture values collaboration accountability and continuous improvement - because in a rapidly evolving digital landscape excellence and adaptability matter.

Joining Integra means being part of a company that is shaping the future of data center infrastructure. If youre passionate about innovation impact and building systems the world depends on youll find the opportunity to grow and make a difference here.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Integra provides equal employment opportunities for all people. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against because of race creed origin marital status sexual orientation age otherwise qualified disabled or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. If you are a qualified applicant who requires reasonable accommodation to complete a job application pre-employment testing a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process please contact