Controls Programmer – Field‑Focused Industrial Automation

Location: Sterling, VA
Travel: Regional travel for commissioning and field support

Position Summary

The Controls Programmer develops, implements, and troubleshoots control programs for industrial and building automation systems. This is a hands‑on, field‑connected programming role, supporting commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting at active job sites-not a desk‑only programming position.

Controls Programmers translate sequences of operation into working logic, graphics, alarms, and trends for BMS, EPMS, and SCADA systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Program DDC controllers and/or PLCs using approved standards
• Build control logic, point databases, alarms, trends, and schedules
• Develop HMI/graphics for operator and maintenance use
• Support field commissioning and functional testing activities
• Troubleshoot logic, I/O, communications, and device issues onsite
• Configure and document BACnet and Modbus communications
• Maintain backups, version control, and accurate configuration documentation
• Support FAT/SAT testing and commissioning checklists

Required Skills & Experience

• 2–4 years of industrial or building automation programming experience
• Experience with platforms such as:
  • Niagara
  • Ignition
  • PLC‑based systems (Rockwell preferred)
• Strong understanding of control sequences and real‑world system behavior
• Ability to troubleshoot systems in live operational environments
• Comfort working on job sites, in electrical rooms, and with field teams

Equal Opportunity Employer

JSET is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.