Senior Controls Designer

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R-15812
** Senior Controls Designer | Omaha, NE or Urbandale, IA
** Join IMEG’s Controls team in Omaha, Nebraska or Urbandale, Iowa to lead the design and delivery of industrial automation and control systems—from networked control architectures to PLC/SCADA solutions. In this role, you’ll collaborate with engineers and senior staff to produce high-quality documentation, support PLC and HMI programming, and provide limited on-site implementation and commissioning. Advance your career by delivering reliable, high-impact control systems that optimize client operations.
** Principal Responsibilities
*** Lead design and engineering for control system projects of all complexities, including network systems, motor starters, PLC/SCADA, and control enclosures
* Collaborate with Controls Project Designers to develop engineering solutions, hardware specs, and submittal documents
* Perform PLC and HMI programming, commissioning, and on-site implementation as needed
* Ensure quality assurance of all client deliverables and adherence to standards and codes
* Manage and coordinate projects of varying sizes, overseeing scope, schedule, and execution
* Support proposal development by assisting with design scopes, fee estimates, and contract reviews
* Develop and maintain project schedules, tracking milestones and deadlines
* Serve as the primary point of contact for internal teams and clients
* Handle monthly billing, financial reporting, and project forecasting
* Lead design reviews, enforce quality control, and provide timely construction support
* Conduct site visits, manage change orders, and resolve client or construction issues
* Mentor and train staff while building and maintaining strong client relationships
** Required Qualifications and Skills
*** Strong expertise in design techniques, tools, and production of technical plans and specifications
* Proficient in interpreting and creating controls documentation, including P& (Process & Instrumentation Diagram) drawings and symbols
* Skilled in managing and completing moderately complex control system designs
* Knowledgeable in commissioning processes such as PLC programming, HMI development, IO testing, and drive setup
* Strong technical and analytical skills across all aspects of controls design
* Capable of performing PLC programming and HMI development independently
* Proficient with Adobe and Bluebeam Revu for document handling and markup
* Experienced in mentoring, training, and leading team members
* Able to perform final quality control reviews within area of expertise
* Strong communication, interpersonal, and client relationship-building skills
* Proficient with MS Office Suite including but not limited to Word, Excel, Excel, and Outlook
* Ability to travel up to 20% with occasional overnight stays that may range up to a two-week period
* This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
** Education and Experience
*** Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent required
* 7 years of experience minimum required, 8 preferred, in the control systems automation and instrumentation consulting or construction industry
** OR
* ** Associates degree, or certificate, in Automation and Instrumentation, or Engineering preferred
* 11 years of experience minimum required, 12 preferred, in the control systems automation and instrumentation consulting or construction industry
** Why Join Us
** IMEG puts people first—with a strong focus on career growth, work-life balance, and meaningful impact. As a 100% employee-owned firm, we offer the resources of a national design leader with the close-knit culture of a local office. You’ll collaborate across disciplines, contribute to innovative, sustainable projects, and shape the communities we serve. Join a team where your ideas are valued, your development is supported, and your work truly matters.  

Build end-to-end automation solutions that connect controls design, PLC/SCADA implementation, and commissioning support to help clients run safer and more efficient…