Controls System Engineer

Department: Production

Location: Franklin, LA, New Orleans, LA, Franklin, LA

Employment Type: FullTime

Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms.

Job Overview

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Controls Systems Engineer to design, develop, and maintain automated control systems across our operations. You will work closely with cross-functional teams — including mechanical, electrical, and software engineering — to deliver reliable, high-performance control solutions that meet safety and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Design, program, and commission PLC, DCS, and SCADA systems for industrial processes and machinery

• Develop and maintain control system architecture, including hardware selection, software logic, and HMI development

• Perform system modeling, simulation, and analysis to optimize control strategies (PID tuning, feedforward, etc.)

• Conduct Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) for new and modified systems

• Troubleshoot and resolve control system faults, minimizing downtime and production impact

• Create and maintain technical documentation including control narratives, cause-and-effect matrices, loop diagrams, and I/O lists

• Collaborate with process engineers to translate process requirements into control system specifications

• Ensure all systems comply with applicable safety standards (IEC 61511, IEC 62443, NFPA 79, etc.)

• Provide technical support and training to operations and maintenance staff

• Participate in hazard reviews (HAZOP, SIL assessments) and implement safety instrumented functions (SIF)

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field

• 3+ years of experience in controls systems design and implementation

• Proficiency in PLC programming (e.g., Rockwell/Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Schneider Electric) using IEC 61131-3 languages

• Experience with SCADA/HMI platforms (e.g., Ignition, FactoryTalk, WinCC)

• Solid understanding of industrial communication protocols (EtherNet/IP, Modbus, Profibus, OPC-UA)

• Familiarity with instrumentation, field devices, and process control fundamentals

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with distributed control systems (DCS) such as DeltaV, Honeywell Experion, or ABB 800xA

• Knowledge of functional safety standards and SIL verification

• Exposure to Industry 4.0 concepts, IIoT integration, or edge computing

• PE license or ISA Certified Control Systems Technician (CCST) certification

• Experience in Oil & Gas / Manufacturing / Maritime

Benefits

• Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services

• Dental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision care

• Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents

• Time Off: Generous PTO and Holidays

• Parental Leave: Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents

• Competitive Salary: Industry-standard salaries with opportunities for performance-based bonuses

• Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan

• Stock Options: Equity options to give employees a stake in the company’s success

• Life and Disability Insurance: Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage

• Additional Perks: Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office 

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If this role is based in the United States, it requires access to export-controlled information or items that require “U.S. Person” status. As defined by U.S. law, individuals who are any one of the following are considered to be a “U.S. Person”: (1) U.S. citizens, (2) legal permanent residents (a.k.a. green card holders), and (3) certain protected classes of asylees and refugees, as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

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