
Control Systems Engineer – Field Engineering
Turner Staffing Group
full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: Lakeland • Florida • United States
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Salary
💰 $90,000 - $100,000 per year
Tech Stack
About the role
- Support end-to-end projects involving AC and DC drives, PLCs, HMIs, and automation systems.
- Assist in the design, assembly, programming, testing, and commissioning of new and upgraded systems.
- Program and configure PLCs (Siemens, Allen-Bradley) using multiple languages including Ladder Logic, Structured Text, and Function Block Diagram.
- Develop and configure HMI operator interfaces for process monitoring, alarms, and operator control.
- Work on drive applications including speed and torque control, PID process loops (pressure, temperature, flow, speed), hoists, winders, and pump/fan control systems.
- Integrate industrial communication protocols such as Modbus TCP/RTU, Profibus, Profinet, and EtherNet/IP.
- Collaborate with project managers, vendors, and customers to meet project specifications, delivery deadlines, and commissioning schedules.
- Participate in on-site installation, testing, troubleshooting, and customer training/support.
- Follow established engineering best practices, industry standards (UL, NFPA), and company safety procedures.
- Progress toward independent project ownership as knowledge and experience grow.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Engineering Technology.
- 5–7 years of relevant control systems engineering experience.
- Strong hands-on background with AC/DC drives, PLCs, HMIs, and rotating machinery.
- Experience with Siemens S7 family (S7-1500, S7-1200) and Allen-Bradley ControlLogix, CompactLogix, and MicroLogix platforms.
- Familiarity with SCADA systems such as Wonderware or Ignition (preferred).
- Experience with control loop design and PID loop tuning.
- Knowledge of industrial electrical design standards (UL, NFPA).
- Strong troubleshooting and critical thinking skills, with the ability to diagnose and resolve issues in the field.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills; ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and standard engineering tools.
- Willingness to travel overnight as needed for project work and commissioning.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
AC drivesDC drivesPLCsHMIsLadder LogicStructured TextFunction Block DiagramPID process loopsindustrial communication protocolscontrol loop design
Soft Skills
troubleshootingcritical thinkingcommunicationorganizational skillsproject managementcustomer supportcollaborationability to manage multiple priorities
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical EngineeringBachelor’s degree in Engineering Technology