SENIOR CONTROL ENGINEER
Position Summary
Accelevation LLC, recognized as the #1 fastest-growing employer in 2024 by the Dayton Business Journal, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Control Engineer to lead the design, development, and implementation of industrial control systems.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in PLC programming, SCADA system integration, and experience with paralleling switchgear in power generation or industrial environments. This role involves both project leadership and hands-on engineering responsibilities, working closely with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable and efficient automation solutions.
Key Responsibilities
• Design, program, and troubleshoot PLC-based control systems (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Schneider, etc.)
• Develop and maintain SCADA/HMI systems (e.g., Wonderware, Ignition, GE iFIX, or similar)
• Lead the design and commissioning of paralleling switchgear controls, including synchronization, load sharing, and protection logic
• Create control narratives, functional specifications, and I/O lists
• Oversee system integration, testing, and site commissioning
• Support electrical and mechanical teams with control system requirements
• Lead or mentor junior control engineers and technicians
• Collaborate with project managers to define project scopes, budgets, and schedules
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and customer specifications
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for installed systems
Minimum Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, systems engineering, or related field
• 7+ years of experience in control systems engineering, including PLC and SCADA systems
• Proficient in ladder logic, function block, and structured text programming
• Deep understanding of paralleling switchgear operation, including generator synchronization & load control
• Experience with power generation systems (diesel, gas, CHP, or renewable integration preferred)
• Familiarity with industry protocols (Modbus, Ethernet/IP, DNP3, etc.)
• Strong documentation and communication skills
• Willingness to travel for site commissioning and support (up to 20%)
Preferred Qualifications
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or working toward licensure
• Experience with AutoCAD Electrical or EPLAN for control panel design
• Knowledge of NFPA 70, 70E, UL1008, UL508A, and IEEE standards
• Experience with backup power systems, microgrid controls, or utility interconnection
This is an onsite role—we believe the best ideas happen when we’re together. You’ll be part of a high-energy, collaborative environment where decisions are made fast, and wins are celebrated in real time.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The employee must be able to work full-time (40 hours per week).
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.
The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.