Control Systems Engineer in Anaheim

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSenior Controls EngineerJob at a Glance

• Title: Senior Controls Engineer
• Location: Anaheim, CA
• Contract: W2 only, 24 month contract with potential for conversion to full time with either the client or CEI
• Pay: $ 70+/hour + optional medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match

Overview

The Senior Controls Engineer provides advanced technical expertise in the deployment, troubleshooting, sustainment, and optimization of lighting control, HVAC, Energy Management System (EMS), and Building Management System (BMS) controls at our entertainment/amusement client. This role supports day-to-day system operations, leads improvement projects, and mentors technical staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead hands-on field troubleshooting, diagnostics, commissioning, and repairs for EMS, HVAC, BMS, and lighting control systems.
• Provide in-depth technical support and training for controls systems, hardware, field sensors, controllers, and lighting network infrastructure.
• Conduct advanced field assessments of operational equipment and systems, documenting findings to support proposals, scope, and justification for capital improvement projects.
• Lead and execute the design, development, revision, and management of all automation/BMS system documentation (drawings, schematics, panel layouts, wiring diagrams, sequences of operation, panel schedules) throughout capital projects and system sustainment.
• Lead the development, configuration, and optimization of software and interfaces for automation/BMS controls, including advanced DAS programming, GUIs, dashboards, alarming, notifications, and related reporting/analytics (approximately 35-50% of the role).
• Lead or oversee the design and construction of industrial control panels to UL508A standards, ensuring code compliance for automation and BMS controls.
• Drive integration and optimization of automation/BMS platforms with Resortwide analytics, dashboarding, and facility visualization/reporting systems.
• Provide technical project leadership in system commissioning, acceptance testing, troubleshooting, and complex field investigations.
• Analyze system trends and historical reporting to optimize operations; develop recommendations for process improvements and capital projects.
• Mentor controls engineers, operations, and technical staff, providing training on best practices, documentation, and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate as the technical lead with engineering, IT, asset management, project management, and vendors.
• Ensure strict adherence to NEC, the client's standards, and local code compliance; guide emergency/system recovery efforts.
• Support lighting controls design and sustainment.
• Exhibit advanced proficiency with hand tools, test equipment, and diagnostics.

Required Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years progressive experience leading automation or BMS systems projects.
• Advanced experience developing GUIs, dashboards, alarming, data visualization, and DAQ/DAS platforms.
• Demonstrated experience in UL508A panel design/build for controls systems.
• Proven record of technical project leadership, process optimization, and mentoring staff.
• Demonstrated experience with managing engineering projects from initiation through completion, collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, monitoring budgets, and ensuring that deliverables meet quality and compliance standards.
• Experience with monitoring electrical power distribution, power metering, PMCS, energy management.
• Proficiency with SCADA, PLCs, and communication protocols (e.g., Modbus RTU and TCP/IP, BACnet, and Ethernet IP).
• Strong understanding of electrical distribution systems (medium and low voltage), protective relaying, and load management.
• Experience with energy management systems (EMS) and utility billing platforms.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Required Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Skills

• Professional Engineer (PE)
• LEED or ISO 50001 certification

Why Should I Apply?

This position offers the opportunity to lead critical controls projects at a premier resort, utilizing advanced systems and technologies. Join a dynamic team committed to operational excellence and innovation.

About CEI:

As a trusted technology partner, CEI delivers solutions that help our customers transform their business and achieve meaningful results. From strategy and custom application development through application management - our technology and digital experience services are tailored to meet each unique need of our customers. Our staffing solutions bring specialized skills to complement our customers' workforce and project requirements.

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