Lead Control Systems Engineer - Manassas, VA

Company: TRC Talent Solutions
Location: Manassas
Posted on: January 19, 2026

Job Description:

Lead Control Systems Engineer - Manassas, VA Overview Lead Controls Systems Engineers are responsible for designing and leading building automation projects. Day to day tasks will be determined by the specific requirements of each project. Responsibilities Team Leadership & Sales Support (10%) Provide technical guidance and act as a part of the leadership team for a project team of 25 engineers Identify and assign tasks within the project team Assist with change order generation by estimating hardware costs and the engineering effort required for changes in project scope Instrumentation & Electrical Design (20%) Create instrument lists by examining P&ID drawings Evaluate instrumentation (temperature transmitters, pressure transmitters, flow meter, valve actuators, etc…) and select devices appropriate for the project Evaluate and select controls hardware appropriate for the project Compile submittal documentation for controls and instrument hardware Create panel layouts and electrical schematics for controls enclosures Procure project hardware Provide technical support for panel fabrication technicians Inspect completed control enclosures System Design and Configuration (20%) Lead customer design review meetings Configure user interface and HMI screens Configure DDC, PLC and/or DCS control algorithms Execute internal functional and quality control testing Draft system documentation Assist is customer demonstrations and acceptance testing Onsite System Startup (50%) Install project software and configuration onto site systems Participate in point to point loop checks for all instrumentation Perform software calibration and tuning Conduct functional tests of all systems Troubleshoot installation discrepancies Support additional customer testing Program field modifications as required Train customer representatives on operations and maintenance of system Preferred Experience: Expertise in any of the following control systems & software platforms: Rockwell Automation (ControlLogix, CompactLogix, MicroLogix, Factory Talk) Schneider (Modicon, AVEVA, Citect, PI, Wonderware/Archestra) Inductive Automation Ignition Distech Niagara Electrical low voltage installation and subcontractor management experience Basic understanding of HVAC systems in large building automation systems, HVAC sequences of operation, P&IDs, instrumentation & control valves, and plant utility systems including chiller & boiler plants, and electrical switchgear & single line diagrams detailing distribution of electricity throughout a facility. Onsite commissioning experience Understanding of Good Automated Manufacturing Practices (GAMP)

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