Controls Engineer II (Data Center)

Introducing Prime Controls L.P.

Established in 2004 Prime Controls L.P. is a family-owned Systems Integration and I&C Construction firm dedicated to meeting clients industrial automation and control requirements. As a Main Automation Contractor we offer comprehensive solutions supported by our sizeexpertise and extensive experience. With a professional team of 1000 employees Prime Controls serves customers nationwide from our Dallas Texasheadquartersand offices throughout the United States. Our mission is to deliver the highest quality professional services while prioritizing our employees well-being and fostering an exceptional workplace environment.

What You Will Do

As an Automation Specialist II you will be responsible for the design of control system details instrumentation configuration preparation for implementation implementation testing documentation and training.

A Typical Day at Prime Controls

• Collaborates with project managers and estimators to assess potential projects and submit proposals.

• Reads and interprets diagrams and documentation and communicates with customers to understand objectives and preferences.

• Develops the overall architecture and communication strategy between control system elements.

• Works with the customer and other stakeholders to define and document control system functionality.

• Develops BOMs IO lists and requirements for control panels

• Serves as the technical lead for small projects. This includes building PLC and HMI templates for the project.

• Develops PLC programs in Ladder Function Block and other languages.

• Develops the human machine interface (HMI).

• Develops hardware and software test plans and writes simulation logic for the testing of the PLC and HMI system.

• Develops a training plan and materials to train operations and maintenance personnel.

• Communicates and coordinates with management of the installation team to ensure that technicians are executing per documented processes.

• Tests the installed system to observe system functionality and ensure that the programs function as designed.

• Troubleshoots problems that occur during startup that are caused by incorrect drawings changes in customer desires inaccurate instrumentation specifications or other technical issues. Diagnoses and resolves software and hardware interface issues.

• Trains customers on use and operation of client-specific system integration software.

• Interfaces with manufacturers and vendors of software and application products especially with regard to problem diagnosis and resolution.

• Works with others to address design problems as necessary.

• May respond to service calls to troubleshoot diagnose and repair programming and system failures.

• Mentor and train less experienced employees.

What You Will Bring

The Basic

• 4 years of experience in architectural engineering or construction (AEC) industry or similar field

• Bachelors Degree in Computer Science Computer Engineering Electrical Engineering or related discipline

• 4 years of experience in PLC programming

The Preferred

• Experience in architectural engineering or construction (AEC) industry or similar field

What We Offer:

Full-time employees enjoy a great benefits package including but not limited to:

• Health Dental and Vision coverage

• Flexible Spending Account(s)

• Generous PTO

• Numerous culture events
• ESOP

• 401k matching and more!

Prime Controls is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action/Veteran/Disabled employer.

As a federal contractor Prime Controls is required to participate in the federal governments E-Verify program which confirms employment authorization of all newly hired employees and most existing employees through an electronic database maintained by the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security. For new hires the E-Verify process is completed in conjunction with the Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification on or before the first day of work. E-Verify is not used as a tool to pre-screen candidates.