Control Systems Engineer IV

We are seeking a highly experienced Engineer IV - Control Systems to support mission-critical maritime programs for the United States Coast Guard (USCG) and U.S. Navy platforms. This role focuses on the design, development, integration, and sustainment of advanced machinery control systems, damage control systems, and networked control architectures across multiple vessel classes.

The engineer will contribute to systems supporting CVN68 Class, CVN78 Class, Columbia Class, Amphibious Class ships, Foreign Military Sales (FMS) programs, and USCG Cutters.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and integrate PLC-based machinery control systems for maritime platforms.
• Support damage control systems and networked control system architectures across shipboard environments.
• Lead troubleshooting efforts for complex PLC-based control systems, including root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Develop, modify, and validate PLC code using:
  • ControlLogix / Studio 5000
  • Siemens SIMATIC Step 7 and/or TIA Portal
• Oversee installation, testing, and commissioning of control systems onboard vessels and in land-based test environments.
• Serve as a technical lead, providing guidance to junior engineers and coordinating engineering efforts across teams.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, including:
  • Ship Change Documents (SCDs)
  • Test procedures and reports
  • System design documentation
• Interface with government stakeholders, shipbuilders, and cross-functional engineering teams to ensure system performance and compliance.
• Support lifecycle activities including design updates, system upgrades, and sustainment efforts.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in an Engineering discipline from an accredited college or university
• 10+ years of professional experience as a control systems engineer
• 7+ years of experience developing, testing, and installing PLC software using:
  • Rockwell ControlLogix / Studio 5000, and
  • Siemens SIMATIC Step 7 or TIA Portal
• 7+ years of experience troubleshooting PLC-based machinery control systems
• 5+ years of experience in a lead engineer role
• 3+ years of experience creating Ship Change Documents (SCDs) or equivalent technical documentation

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting naval or maritime platforms, especially:
  • Aircraft carriers (CVN68 / CVN78)
  • Submarines (Columbia Class)
  • Amphibious ships
  • USCG cutters
• Familiarity with U.S. Navy or USCG engineering processes and standards
• Experience with networked control systems and industrial communication protocols
• Prior experience supporting Foreign Military Sales (FMS) programs

The salary range for this position is between $113,000 -$136,000 annually, depending on experience.