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Senior Controls Engineer

Wunderlich-Malec EngineeringCalabasas, California, United StatesHybrid, Onsite

Wunderlich-Malec Engineering (WM) is a 100% employee-owned ESOP and one of the largest and most well-established engineering companies in the United States. When you join WM you become part of a company that is:
- 100% employee-owned with 40+ years of industry history- ENR (Engineering News Record) Top 500 firm- Rated as a top System Integrator GiantOur Calabasas, CA office has a Controls Engineering opportunity available. This position will provide project and controls engineering services to WM customers: direct design, programming, and testing and commissioning assignments.

Job Description

This position is responsible for controls engineering project requirements:
  • Designs, develops, and implements control systems to meet integrated machine requirements and customer specifications. Selects appropriate hardware components, such as PLCs, I/O modules, communication devices, and operator interfaces, to meet system objectives
  •  Develops control logic software and user interface applications for PLC, SCADA, and HMI. Scripted languages, HTML, graphics construction, implementation, and various control device configurations, database configuration
  • Creates PFDs, P&IDs, single line diagrams, cable and conduit schedules, instrumentation and control data sheets, and I/O lists
  • Develops electrical schematics and panel layouts for control cabinets and automation systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards and safety regulations
  • Integrates various hardware components including sensors, actuators, motor drives, and instrumentation into control systems for seamless operation. This includes a strong understanding of setting up industrial networking protocols
  • Diagnoses and resolves technical issues related to SCADA, HMI, and PLC systems through systematic troubleshooting. Provide technical support and assistance to clients during system startup, operation, and maintenance phases
  • Understands aspects of deploying automation systems in IT-based environments. This consists of server/client virtualization, managed networks and cybersecurity, and domain authentication
  • Performs commissioning and start-up activities for integrated systems and the development of technical documentation. Serves as company engineering interface with the customer during the implementation phase of the project
  • May act as lead on some projects, interfacing directly with clients and provide guidance to junior level engineers
  • Ensures compliance with all regulations, codes, etc. as they apply to the contract and project
  • Up to 25% domestic travel as needed and customary for the occupation.

Job Requirements:


  • Education: BS in Electrical or Chemical Engineering is preferred
  • Experience: 5-15 years in below areas is preferred:
  • Proficiency in programming languages used in PLC programming (e.g., ladder logic, structured text) and HMI/SCADA software (e.g., AVEVA, Ignition, FactoryTalk, WinCC)
  • Strong understanding of industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, Ethernet/IP, Profibus) and hardware interfaces
  • Experience with PLC design/programming and SCADA/HMI development software (e.g., Siemens TIA Portal, Rockwell Studio 5000, FactoryTalk ViewStudio, Ignition Perspective/Vision)
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with clients, vendors, and team members

Physical Demands of Position:


Seeing, color perception, hearing, listening, clear speech, dexterity in hands, driving, and ability to travel distances, basic climbing of ladders

Working Conditions 

Standard office environment, On-site office environment, and diverse industrial environments requiring use of PPE, frequent PC usage, fax machines, copy machines, phones, construction trailer environment. Ability to work long hours if necessary for start-ups and peak loads
 *Job Descriptions are not exhaustive lists of all skills, responsibilities, or efforts associated with a job.  They reflect principal job elements essential for performing the job and evaluating performance

Wunderlich-Malec is proud to offer a comprehensive employee-owner benefit package. Full-time employees may be eligible for the following benefits:


Medical • Dental • Vision • Basic and Supplemental Life and AD&D • Long Term Disability • Voluntary Short Term Disability • Healthcare & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts • Health Savings Account • Paid Time Off (PTO) • Paid Holidays • Tuition Reimbursement • Referral Bonus Program • 401(k)/Profit Sharing • 100% ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) • Employee Assistance Program • Will Preparation Resources • Worldwide Travel AssistanceExpected Salary range is 120,000 to 180,000 per year based on qualifications. #LI-Hybrid#LI-WM1

Life at Wunderlich-Malec Engineering

Wunderlich-Malec has been providing customers with engineering, system integration and fabrication solutions for more than 35 years. With offices throughout the US and nearly 430 professionals on our staff, we are one of the largest and most well established engineering companies in the United States, and we've successfully finished numerous projects for our US clients in many parts of the world. We're confident that our qualified staff has the knowledge, experience and talent to create and deliver the solutions you need for your facility process and operation needs. Wunderlich-Malec ranks on Inc. 5000's Fastest Growing Private Companies list and is a GSA Schedule holder with the Federal Government for professional engineering services and manufacturing. Wunderlich-Malec is an engineering firm specializing in process controls solutions for a wide array of clients. Experts in the design, programming and deployment of automation systems for process, manufacturing, commercial buildings and public sector utilities. Skilled at electrical design, control system manufacturing, process integration, programming, testing, training, and ongoing support.
Thrive Here & What We Value- Deeply invested in people as a 100% employee stock options company- Small company feel with a strong focus on people- Empowered individuals- Positive attitudes- Dedicated experts- Rewarded and motivated- Knowledgeable- Top 5 Systems Integrator Giant- ENR top 500 firm at #170 or #197- Customer-focused, timely decision-making, informing, organizing, priority-setting, problem-solving- Hybrid office/home environment- Frequent use of personal computer- Entrepreneurially minded- Lead electrical design engineer position available in Biddeford, ME office- Diverse process knowledge: oil & gas, chemicals, water & wastewater etc.- Continuous improvement mindset- Excellence in project execution methodology- Compliance with all regulations, codes, etc.- Standard office environment and diverse industrial environments- Career growth with both technical and management tracks- Flexible work schedules- Great benefit package including 401K profit sharing w/company match as well as an Employee Stock Ownership Plan.</s>

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