Intermediate Controls Engineer
No salary listed
Mid, Senior
Bachelor's
West Chester, PA, USA
HybridHybrid work arrangement; travel is typically 20–40%, with site visits and commissioning trips that may last 1–4 weeks.
Electrical EngineeringControls & Automation Engineering
About the job
Requirements
- A bachelor's degree in chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or electrical engineering technology.
- Two to six years of experience in control systems, manufacturing, or consulting-design environments, including system commissioning experience, preferably as a lead.
- Proficiency in automation project tasks, including design, client coordination, and bid package preparation.
- Skill in control panel and network design, instrument selection, and control system programming.
- Proficiency with AutoCAD for control panel design and electrical construction packages.
- Familiarity with electrical engineering construction packages, including single-line diagrams, panel schedules, and power plans.
- Hands-on experience surveying existing control installations and preparing as-built system conditions.
- Experience surveying and planning control systems projects without support from a manager.
- Hands-on experience with Rockwell Automation software, including Studio 5000 / RSLogix 5000 for PLC programming and FactoryTalk View ME / SE for HMI and SCADA development.
Responsibilities
- Lead and support automation project design, developing specifications for control panels, networks, and software, primarily Allen-Bradley PLC/PACs and FactoryTalk View ME/SE HMI and SCADA.
- Translate process or packaging applications into detailed construction packages for control panel designs and electrical installation scopes, including equipment arrangement drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams, cable schedules, and control panel drawings.
- Mentor and supervise project team members to enhance team collaboration and project execution.
- Provide lifecycle support for projects, including system design, troubleshooting, testing, and commissioning.
- Perform site surveys and provide hands-on support during installation, focusing on control system deployment.
- Adhere to and ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards, including UL 508A and NEC.
- Travel for project requirements, typically making an initial site visit of 1–3 days and a return trip to lead commissioning efforts, which may take 1–4 weeks; anticipated overall travel is 20–40%.
Desired Qualifications
- Commissioning experience as a lead is preferred.
About the company
Laporte Consultants is an engineering firm that designs process plants, buildings, and utilities for the Pharmaceutical, Agrifood, and Bioindustrial sectors. It carries out projects across multiple countries by coordinating client needs, regulatory requirements, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver complete engineering solutions from concept to implementation. It differentiates itself through a broad geographic footprint and deep sector experience, enabling long-term relationships with both local and international clients. Its goal is to provide reliable, integrated engineering services and become a trusted, ongoing partner for its clients.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Montreal, Canada
Founded
1999
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- LAPORTE reports 480 employees and 25 offices, signaling continued demand and hiring.
- 2026 job postings show active recruiting across Canada, the United States, and London.
- Recent biomanufacturing wins in mRNA, cell therapy, and vaccines strengthen its pipeline.
What critics are saying
- Rapid growth from 340 to 480 employees strains culture, onboarding, and quality control.
- New London and international expansion increases coordination risk before 2026 project handovers.
- Pharma consulting depends on client capex cycles; a major customer loss would hit revenue hard.
What makes Laporte Consultants unique
- LAPORTE spans 25 offices across North America and Europe, serving regulated industries.
- Its 480-person team specializes in process, building, and utility design for pharma.
- Over 3,000 factory projects create deep execution credibility with global manufacturers.
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Benefits
- Flexible Work Hours
- Hybrid Work Options
- Paid Vacation