Sr. DCS Controls Engineer - ABB preferred

  • Liberty Personnel
  • Fishers, Indiana
  • Full Time
Job Details:

Sr. DCS Programmer / Controls Engineer ABB DCS preferred

Responsibilities:
  • Develop, configure, and maintain Distributed Control Systems (DCS) for industrial automation projects
  • Design and implement control strategies, logic diagrams, and system architectures for process control applications
  • Assist sales with project scope changes (adds/deducts) and provide technical input during proposal development
  • Develop and maintain detailed Bills of Materials (BOM) and support project budgeting (equipment and labor)
  • Configure HMI/SCADA interfaces, graphics, alarms, and data historian systems
  • Perform system integration including PLC, DCS, and third-party device communications
  • Calculate and document system loads including heat, motor, and power distribution requirements
  • Support control panel design, review electrical drawings, and ensure compliance with project specifications
  • Conduct Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) for DCS systems
  • Perform system installations, startups, commissioning, and on-site troubleshooting
  • Provide operator training and develop system documentation (O&M manuals, functional descriptions, etc.)
  • Maintain clear communication with customers, project managers, and internal teams
  • Provide remote and on-site technical support, including after-hours response as needed
  • Ensure adherence to project schedules, budgets, and quality standards
  • Identify opportunities for system improvements and provide recommendations to customers and internal teams
  • Support Sales Team by identifying new opportunities and technical solutions
Personal Skills:
  • Strong customer focus and commitment to service excellence
  • Continuous improvement mindset with a desire to learn and grow
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • High level of integrity, professionalism, and accountability
  • Organized with strong prioritization and time management skills
  • Positive attitude and team-oriented approach
  • Punctual and dependable with the ability to manage multiple projects
Technical Skills:
  • Experience programming and configuring major DCS platforms (e.g., Emerson DeltaV, Honeywell Experion, ABB, Siemens PCS7, Rockwell PlantPAx)
  • Strong understanding of process control principles (PID loops, batch control, sequencing, etc.)
  • Advanced troubleshooting of control systems, instrumentation, and industrial networks
  • Experience with HMI/SCADA development and alarm management
  • Knowledge of industrial communication protocols (Ethernet/IP, Modbus, Profibus, OPC, etc.)
  • Familiarity with PLC systems and integration with DCS environments
  • Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and UL508 standards
  • Proficient with AutoCAD Electrical for control panel and system design
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and documentation tools
  • Experience with instrumentation, calibration, and field devices
Qualifications:
  • Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or related field
  • 35+ years of experience in DCS programming, process automation, or controls engineering
  • Experience in industrial environments such as manufacturing, utilities, or process industries preferred

To apply, send your resume to ...

Patrick DelGaone

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Job ID: 516599441
Originally Posted on: 4/8/2026

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