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Job Title


Senior Controls Design Engineer


Company : Albireo Energy, LLC


Location : Redmond, WA


Created : 2026-04-04


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

The Sr. Controls Design Engineer is responsible for leading the design and development of complex HVAC/industrial control systems, with a strong focus on PLC logic design, HMI/SCADA architecture, and electrical control systems engineering. This role emphasizes upfront design, programming, and documentation using industry-standard platforms including Rockwell Automation, Emerson, GE, Schneider Electric, Ignition and others. The position requires strong understanding of systems, and a commitment to delivering high-quality design packages and control this position your duties will include:- Developing PLC logic design and programming based on control narratives, sequences of operation, and project requirements.- Designing HMI/SCADA system architecture, graphics, and standards.- Creating and reviewing detailed electrical control schematics and panel designs.- Preparing design documentation including I/O lists, network architectures, control narratives, and bill of materials.- Supporting field activities such as commissioning, functional testing, and design validation.- Integrating systems using a wide variety of serial and Ethernet-based industrial communication protocols.- Leading and/or supporting Factory Acceptance Testing and design reviews.- Supporting proposal development, including reviewing plans, specifications, and scope documents.- Presenting technical designs and solutions to customers and internal stakeholders.- Preparing technical reports, and design deliverables.Requirements- 7+ years of PLC/PAC logic design and programming experience using IEC-61131 languages.- 7+ years of HMI/SCADA system design experience, including multi-node or distributed architectures.- 5+ years of electrical design experience related to control panels and industrial automation systems.- Demonstrated experience with industrial communication protocols including Modbus TCP/IP, Ethernet/IP, PROFINET, and serial equivalents.- Strong written and verbal communication skills.- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, Computer Science, or related field; or equivalent demonstrated experience.Preferred Certifications (or willingness to obtain):- Rockwell Automation Certified Programmer or equivalent RA technical certifications (e.g., ControlLogix/Studio 5000).- ISA certifications such as ISA CAP (Certified Automation Professional).- Ignition (Inductive Automation) Core or Gold Certification.- UL 508A Industrial Control Panel certification familiarity (designer-level knowledge).- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 safety certification.Salary Range:u00a0$125k - $145k/yr. DOE.BenefitsMedical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceBasic Life InsuranceVoluntary Life InsuranceShort Term & Long Term DisabilityPaid VacationPaid Sick TimePaid Holidays401K with Company matchAlbireo Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.