Automation & Control Engineer

Job Description

Job DescriptionPosition Overview

RGD Project Management, Inc. is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Automation & Control Engineer to design, develop, implement, and maintain automation and control systems for industrial, commercial, and infrastructure projects. The successful candidate will play a key role in improving operational efficiency, system reliability, and process performance through innovative automation solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, program, configure, and commission automation and control systems, including PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, DCS, and related instrumentation.
• Develop control logic, system architecture, and functional design specifications based on project requirements.
• Perform system integration, testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning activities.
• Prepare engineering documents such as control narratives, P&IDs, I/O lists, wiring diagrams, and technical reports.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams, contractors, vendors, and clients to ensure successful project delivery.
• Conduct site inspections, field surveys, and system assessments to identify operational improvements.
• Support preventive maintenance programs and provide technical assistance for automation-related issues.
• Ensure compliance with applicable industry standards, safety regulations, and company quality procedures.
• Participate in project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and risk assessment activities.
• Provide technical training and support to operations and maintenance personnel when required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Instrumentation & Control Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or a related field.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (preferred but not required).
• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in automation, process control, or industrial control systems.
• Proficiency in PLC programming platforms such as Siemens, Allen-Bradley/Rockwell, Schneider, Mitsubishi, or equivalent systems.
• Experience with SCADA, HMI, industrial networking, and communication protocols (Modbus, Profibus, Ethernet/IP, OPC, etc.).
• Knowledge of instrumentation, process control principles, and industrial automation standards.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical, instrumentation, and control system drawings.
• Excellent communication and project coordination abilities.
• Willingness to travel to project sites as required.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in industrial plants, manufacturing facilities, utilities, water treatment, energy, or infrastructure projects.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity practices for industrial control systems.
• Familiarity with Industry 4.0, IIoT, data analytics, and smart automation technologies.
• Experience in project management and commissioning activities.

Employment Requirements

• Full-time employment is available to qualified and experienced applicants only.
• U.S. Citizenship or U.S. Permanent Resident status is required.

BenefitsRGD Project Management, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers permanent employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical insurance plans
• Dental insurance plans
• Vision insurance plans
• Life insurance
• Short-Term Disability (STD) insurance
• Long-Term Disability (LTD) insurance
• Paid vacation days
• Paid sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Participation in a 401(k) retirement plan
• Additional benefits may be available based on employment status and company policies.

Join RGD Project Management, Inc. and help drive innovation through advanced automation and control solutions that improve efficiency, reliability, and operational excellence.