Control Systems Engineer (Dallas/Fort Worth)

We are a systems integration and engineering services company with a passion for tearing down industrial inefficiencies. We believe that systems integration is fundamental to leveraging new and well-established technologies against operational challenges in the manufacturing and industrial ecosystem. Our objective is to be the trusted, first-choice service provider for delivering best-in-class operational technology to control, automate, operate, analyze and optimize assets.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop control and automation systems for gas distribution and water treatment processes.
• Analyze system requirements and design control system architecture.
• Program, test, and maintain Programmable Interface Login (PIL) controllers, PLCs, and SCADA systems.
• Optimize control strategies for pressure regulation, flow balancing, and tank/pipeline level control.
• Integrate sensors, actuators, flow meters, and analyzers commonly used in gas and water systems.
• Ensure system compliance with local municipal codes, environmental regulations, and safety standards.
• Develop and maintain detailed records of system designs, modifications, and performance evaluations.
• Support maintenance and upgrade of existing control systems for municipal water treatment plants and gas metering stations.
• Conducting tests to ensure systems function correctly and diagnosing issues as they arise.
• Work with other engineers and stakeholders to integrate control systems into larger projects.

Skills

• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Demonstrated experience managing Control System projects from initiation through completion.
• Proficient in interpreting and analyzing Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs).
• Skilled in reading and understanding Cause and Effect (C&E) Diagrams.
• Capable of developing PLC programs based on Control Narratives.
• Able to create PLC programs utilizing Cause and Effect Diagrams and P&IDs.
• Experienced in designing PLC programming from the ground up.
• Proficient in troubleshooting and interpreting existing PLC programs.
• Solid background and understanding of Instrumentation and Low Voltage Electrical Systems.
• Knowledgeable about PLCs, flow computers, and integration of these devices.
• Collaborates effectively with Corporate Engineering team to design, implement or modify PLC programs to achieve standardization.
• Understands process changes and their impact on Control System programming; communicates effectively with Corporate Engineering to troubleshoot and resolve issues.
• Adheres to Management of Change (MOC) procedures to ensure proper updates and modifications to PLC programs.

Minimum Requirements: Experience, Educational & Special Training

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related discipline.
• 5-10 years in a role as Control Systems Engineer or equivalent oil and gas experience.
• Experience in PIL, Gas, and/or Municipal Water.
• Solid understanding of PIL-based systems, PLCs (e.g. Allen Bradley), and HMI/SCADA platforms.
• Experience with flow control, pressure monitoring, and level sensing.
• Experience with remote telemetry units (RTUs) and SCADA integration for distributed gas and water systems.
• Understanding of cybersecurity best practices in critical infrastructure control systems.
• Must be a detail-oriented, result-driven individual with a commitment to quality, accuracy and the ability to organize and prioritize workloads to meet deadlines.
• Must possess strong interpersonal and excellent communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem solving, technical, and functional skills with the ability to multi-task and be willing to learn.
• Must be able to take direction, work well in a team environment, and interact with all levels of management, engineering, systems, operations and field personnel.

Preferred Experience

• Allen Bradley PAC’s (ControlLogix and CompactLogix) and PLCs (SLC 500). Proficiency in logic design using Ladder diagram, Function Block, Structured Text.
• GE RX3i

Benefits

• 401(k) and Roth 401(k)
• Dental Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Paid time off
• Performance Bonus
• Career Growth Opportunities and Training

WHY TIGA In addition to rewarding job opportunities and continuous growth, we offer an enjoyable working environment, where teamwork and respectful collaboration is highly valued. We offer the benefits of a midsized local office atmosphere backed by a large network of highly skilled professionals.

TIGA, a Tetra Tech Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Throughout our history, the company has prioritized equitable inclusion of all people. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, military or veteran status, gender, age, disabilities, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information and any other characteristics protected by the law. We invite resumes from all interested parties.

Additional Information

• Organization: 227 DSX