Clark Nexsen, A JMT Company · 3 hours ago
Automation Controls Technical Designer
Macon, GA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
7+ years expClark Nexsen, a JMT Company, is seeking an Automation Controls Technical Designer to join their collaborative team. This role involves performing various controls engineering tasks, including the design and programming of industrial control systems, while working closely with project teams to deliver integrated automation solutions.
ConsultingReal Estate
Responsibilities
Performing various aspects of automation controls design including the understanding, use, and development of automation/control logic, Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) programs, and graphics for human-machine interface (HMI), electrical schematics, Piping & Instrumentation Diagram (P&ID’s), and wiring diagrams
Designing and programming industrial control systems (ICS) including programmable logic controllers (PLCs), remote I/O systems, remote terminal units (RTUs), and human-machine interface (HMI) components
Working collaboratively within project teams including electrical engineers, control system programmers, information system programmers, manufacturing representatives, suppliers, purchasers and other client representatives to design, develop, manufacture, install, and deliver integrated automation controls solutions and processes
Assisting, as directed, with the management of the mechanical portion of projects, and working with assigned project managers, to meet client’s budget, contract fees, goals, objectives, and deadlines
Providing check-out, operational testing, commissioning, start-up, and calibration of controls systems at customer sites, coordinating with the firm’s building commissioning services as appropriate
Providing assessments, troubleshooting, maintenance, redesign, and end-user training services to assist client in reaching equipment utilization and operational goals
Recommending equipment operational parameters, technical specifications, calibration requirements, and spare parts recommendations
Preparing, reviewing, and updating Standard Operating Procedures for the automated equipment and systems
Ensuring compliance with relevant health and safety regulations and Clark Nexsen’s quality control policies and procedures
Performing construction phase services including representing the firm on-site, answering RFI’s, reviewing shop drawings, preparing as-builts, etc., as directed
Working with, responding to, and taking direction from project managers, PICs, Operations Directors, and Senior Management
May act as a lead or first-level supervisor when necessary
Ability to travel is required
Performing various design services, including Conceptual Studies, Process flow diagrams, P&IDs, instrument selection, Control Panel Design with minimal direction from supervising staff
Coordinating and commissioning all aspects of industrial controls design and installation as requested by the Design Manager or Project Engineer
Developing project schematic designs, design development designs, and construction documents
Complying with quality control policies and procedures
Providing support services during the bidding process, i.e
Performing construction phase services including representing the firm on-site, answering RFI’s, reviewing shop drawings, preparing as-builts, etc. as directed
Working with, responding to, and taking direction from senior engineers and project managers
Possess excellent communication skills
Possess technical precision and creative design skills
Have a client-oriented attitude with a desire to provide outstanding professional services
Performing work with a high degree of latitude and handling complex issues with expert level of subject matter
Providing leadership, coaching, and/or mentoring
Performing work under minimal supervision referring only the most complex issues to higher-level staff
Be dedicated to his or her professional development as well as the success of colleagues and the firm
Qualification
Required
A high school diploma or GED equivalent is required and 7-18 years of specific project experience in the design and installation, including start up and commissioning of Automation Controls systems and knowledge of applicable codes/standards
Performing various design services, including Conceptual Studies, Process flow diagrams, P&IDs, instrument selection, Control Panel Design with minimal direction from supervising staff
Coordinating and commissioning all aspects of industrial controls design and installation as requested by the Design Manager or Project Engineer
Developing project schematic designs, design development designs, and construction documents
Complying with quality control policies and procedures
Providing support services during the bidding process
Possess excellent communication skills
Possess technical precision and creative design skills
Have a client-oriented attitude with a desire to provide outstanding professional services
Performing work with a high degree of latitude and handling complex issues with expert level of subject matter
Providing leadership, coaching, and/or mentoring
Performing work under minimal supervision referring only the most complex issues to higher-level staff
Be dedicated to his or her professional development as well as the success of colleagues and the firm
Preferred
An Associate's, Bachelor's or Advanced Degree in a field of study related to automation controls systems; or a Certificate in a field of study related to automation controls systems are preferable
Membership in ISA (International Society of Automation)
The following certifications or accreditations are also desirable: CAP – Certified Automation Professional, CCST – Certified Control Systems Technician, CIMM – Certified Industrial Maintenance Mechanics, NICET certificate for Industrial Instrumentation
Additional consideration will be given to candidates with experience of Automation Controls design experience in one or more of the following types of design projects: Design Build projects, DOD and Military facilities
Working familiarity with design and production software to a point of being able to understand the capabilities and limitations of the programs and interact with the support staff in their use of the software is highly desirable
An Automation Controls Integrator should be able to effectively utilize current company software programs for word processing, e-mail, accounting, and information management
Typical software programs currently being utilized are as follows: MS Office, Outlook, Visual Basic, Rockwell Automation's Allen-Bradley RSLogix programming software (RSLogix 5, RSLogix 500, and RSLogix 5000), Siemens Simatic Step 7 engineering software (S7-300, S7-200, and S7-1200 series modular controllers programming), Other programming software for Human-Machine Interface (HMI) modules and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), CIP-based programming protocols for networks including ControlNet, DeviceNet and EtherNet/IP, Modbus-based communications protocols, AutoCAD, Autodesk Plant Design Suite Standard, AutoCAD P&ID, AutoCAD Electrical, Autodesk Revit, Other Building Information Modeling and 3D modeling software
Benefits
Professional Growth
Flexible hybrid working schedule
Healthy work/life balance
Company
Clark Nexsen, A JMT Company
Clark Nexsen, A JMT Company, is an integrated architecture and engineering firm creating innovative design solutions for U.S. and global clients.
201-500 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2025-05-21Acquired
Leadership Team
Bill Keen
Chief Innovation Officer
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