Job Description

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

Overview

An EPC firm is seeking a Field Controls Engineer to support a growing automation and controls group. This role will work closely with a senior lead engineer to execute projects involving the design, programming, and commissioning of control systems for packaged equipment and process facilities.

This is a travel-based role (approximately 50%) supporting projects nationwide. When not deployed to project sites, work will be performed remotely from a home office.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the design, development, and implementation of industrial control systems for packaged equipment and process applications.

• Program and configure PLC systems, including modifications and new development under the guidance of the lead engineer.

• Support control strategy implementation based on P&IDs, process descriptions, and engineering documentation.

• Participate in field installation, loop checks, startup, and commissioning activities.

• Troubleshoot PLC, instrumentation, and control system issues during project execution.

• Work collaboratively with engineering disciplines and field personnel to ensure proper system integration.

• Interface with customers across industries including Oil & Gas, Utilities, Healthcare, and Industrial Facilities.

• Help develop documentation, testing procedures, and system deliverables.

• Grow into increased technical responsibility as the department expands.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in industrial automation, controls engineering, or a related technical role.

• Hands-on experience with Allen-Bradley / Rockwell Automation PLCs.

• Familiarity with packaged equipment such as pump skids, compressor systems, or similar process units.

• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs and basic control loop functionality.

• Experience supporting system startup, commissioning, or field troubleshooting.

• Willingness to travel approximately 50% to project sites across the U.S.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in midstream Oil & Gas or other process industries.

• Exposure to EPC project environments.

• Experience with HMI/SCADA systems and industrial communications.

• Strong mechanical/process awareness to support field integration work.

• Desire to grow into a senior or lead engineering role over time.

What This Role Offers

• Clear path to a long-term position through a contract-to-hire structure.

• Direct mentorship from a senior controls leader.

• Opportunity to gain exposure to a wide range of industries and system types.

• Remote flexibility when not traveling.

• Ability to grow with a team being built from the ground up.