Job Title: Field Controls Engineer (Lead)
Location: Remote (U.S. Based) with ~50% Travel
Position Type: Direct Hire

Overview

An established EPC firm is seeking a senior-level Field Controls Engineer to lead the execution and expansion of its controls and automation services. This role is designed for a highly experienced engineer who can take ownership of projects from concept through commissioning while helping build and mentor a growing team.

This is a travel-based position (approximately 50%) supporting projects across the United States. When not in the field, the engineer will work remotely from a home office.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement industrial control systems for packaged equipment and process applications.

• Program PLC systems from scratch, including architecture, configuration, and commissioning.

• Interpret and develop control strategies directly from P&IDs, process narratives, and client requirements.

• Lead field startup, troubleshooting, and commissioning activities at customer sites.

• Serve as the technical authority for controls-related deliverables across EPC projects.

• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and process engineering teams to ensure seamless system integration.

• Provide hands-on support for system testing, loop checks, and operational validation.

• Interface directly with clients across industries including Oil & Gas, Utilities, Healthcare, and Industrial Manufacturing.

• Establish standards, documentation, and best practices for the controls group.

• Play a foundational role in building and leading a growing controls team, including mentoring junior engineers and supporting hiring efforts.

Required Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in industrial automation, controls engineering, or related EPC environments.

• Strong experience working with packaged equipment systems (compressors, skids, pump systems, etc.).

• Demonstrated ability to design and program PLC systems from the ground up.

• Extensive hands-on experience with Allen-Bradley / Rockwell Automation PLC platforms.

• Solid understanding of process control, instrumentation, and control loop design.

• Proven ability to read, interpret, and implement control strategies from P&IDs.

• Background that includes both engineering design and field execution/commissioning.

• Ability and willingness to travel approximately 50% nationwide.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting midstream Oil & Gas facilities and operations.

• Previous experience working within an EPC project delivery model.

• Leadership experience or demonstrated ability to build and scale technical teams.

• Familiarity with SCADA, HMI development, and industrial networking.

• PE license or progression toward licensure is a plus.

What This Role Offers

• Opportunity to take a leadership position in building a new controls capability within a growing EPC organization.

• Diverse project exposure across multiple industries and facility types.

• Flexible remote work environment when not traveling.

• High visibility role with direct impact on department growth and technical direction.