Senior Controls Engineer Industrial & Critical Power SCADA Solutions

Senior Controls Engineer - Industrial & Critical Power SCADA Solutions

SMT INC - 3.3

Raleigh, NC Job Details Full-time 23 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Pet insurance Qualifications Industrial automation TCP Engineering testing Technical documentation Network protocols Supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) Commissioning phase involvement

Full Job Description Description:

About Rise Power Systems Rise Power Systems designs and delivers industrial solutions and critical power products, including eHouse-integrated systems, metering, power distribution controls, and motor-driven applications utilizing VFDs. We are vertically integrated with SMT, Inc. (est. 1969), leveraging in-house manufacturing to accelerate development, strengthen quality control, and scale standardized product platforms. As part of our growth, we are building UL-certified product lines aligned with: UL 1558 (Metal-Enclosed Low-Voltage Power Circuit Breaker Switchgear)

ANSI/IEEE C37

series (switchgear and power distribution equipment) UL 845 (Motor Control Centers) UL 508 (Industrial Control Pannels)

UL 62368-1

Information Technology (IT) Our focus is delivering scalable, reliable, and maintainable power and automation solutions through disciplined engineering and product development.

Benefits:

Rise Power Systems offers a generous benefits package to include the following: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Supplemental Insurance Options, Pet Insurance 401k with company match PTO and Paid Holidays Position Summary The Controls Engineer is a key member of the Rise Power Systems engineering team responsible for designing and supporting PLC and SCADA systems for industrial and critical power equipment. This is a hands-on role focused on control system architecture, integration, testing, and commissioning across the full product lifecycle. The role emphasizes open, vendor-neutral automation architectures using

IEC 61131-3 PLC

platforms and modern SCADA systems, with a strong focus on maintainability, documentation, and field readiness.

Preferred Controls Architecture PLC:

IEC 61131-3, CODESYS-based PLC / Soft

PLC SCADA

Inductive Automation Ignition Interoperability:

OPC UA (primary), MQTT where applicable Key Responsibilities Design and implement PLC and SCADA architectures for industrial and critical power applications. Develop core controls deliverables including sequences of operation, I/O lists, control narratives, and cause-and-effect logic. Implement and troubleshoot PLC logic including interlocks, permissives, alarms, and fail-safe behaviors. Integrate power equipment, metering, and third-party devices into control and SCADA systems (including VFDs/drives and motor control components as applicable). Support system validation, FAT/SAT execution, and commissioning activities. Implement and support industrial communications using standard protocols (e.g., Modbus TCP/RTU, Ethernet-based protocols, OPC UA). Maintain clear, controlled documentation aligned with company standards and change management practices. Collaborate with electrical, manufacturing, suppliers, and field teams to support successful delivery.

Requirements:

Qualifications Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Controls Engineering, or related technical discipline. 3+ years of experience delivering

PLC/SCADA

systems in industrial or power-related environments. Strong understanding of three-phase power systems, control power, wiring practices, and electrical safety. Proficiency with

IEC 61131-3 PLC

programming and structured troubleshooting. Experience supporting FAT, SAT, and field commissioning. Practical knowledge of industrial networking and common protocols (Modbus TCP/RTU minimum). Strong documentation skills and disciplined approach to configuration and change control. Preferred Skills Experience with CODESYS-based PLC platforms and reusable control libraries. Hands-on experience with Ignition SCADA (tag modeling, alarming, historian). Familiarity with protective device integration (breakers, relays, trip units). Experience integrating VFDs/drives, MCC equipment, UPS/generators, metering, or environmental monitoring systems. OT cybersecurity awareness and secure remote access concepts. PId7a777b9fa18-25404-40500146