Staff Engineer, Process Control & Data Solutions

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. No sponsorship is available for this position.

Ramboll is accepting applications for the entry-level engineers with 0 to 3 years of experience at our office located in Charlotte, NC. Our new Engineer will be assigned a mentor who will guide them through project assignments and gain experience working in one or more practice areas such as PLC programming and SCADA development.

If this sounds like you, or you’re curious to learn more, then this role could be the perfect opportunity. Join our Process Control & Data Solutions team as our new Engineer and work with us to close the gap to a sustainable future.

As our new Engineer, you will work on a diverse set of controls, SCADA, robotics, and automation projects with our existing engineering team. You will be exposed to various controls and automation software packages and get hands-on experience with instrumentation and automation hardware

Your key responsibilities will be:

• Gain real project experience alongside experienced engineers 
• Assist in programming programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems utilizing industry leading software
• Participate in Client/Stakeholder interactions, with potential onsite occurrences
• Plan Factory Accepting Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) protocols and troubleshoot control processes
• Gain exposure to multiple manufacturing industries 

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
• Currently hold or be willing to pursue the Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification by taking the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam.
• Background in Electrical, Mechanical, Process, Chemical, or another engineering discipline relevant to controls engineering.
• Experience with or the ability to work in AutoCAD.
• Ability to work hands-on with electrical circuitry, wiring, and related components.
• Experience with Python programming and the ability to learn and apply additional programming languages as needed.
• Familiarity with configuring and troubleshooting Windows and Linux environments.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact with clients and represent the organization professionally.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds while ascending a flight of stairs, maintaining one hand on a handrail.

You will be part of Process Controls & Data Solutions team that focuses on instrumentation, controls, SCADA, robotics, and automation group. We work with many industries including metals, aerospace, food & beverage, industrial water/wastewater treatment, municipal water/wastewater treatment. We work directly with our UL-listed panel shop and field technicians to support our endeavor's for complete turn-key solutions for our clients. We will design, procure, fabricate, program, deliver, implement, and support any controls and automation projects throughout the US, and for some key overseas clients. 

Work at the heart of sustainable change

Ramboll is a global architecture, engineering, and consultancy company. We believe that the purpose of sustainable change is to create a thriving world for both nature and people. So, that’s where we start – and how we work. At Ramboll, our core strength is our people, and our history is rooted in a clear vision of how a responsible company should act. Being open and curious is a cornerstone of our culture. We embrace an inclusive mindset that looks for fresh, diverse, and innovative perspectives. We respect, embrace, and invite diversity in all forms to actively cultivate an environment where everyone can flourish and realize their full potential.

Salary Transparency Statement

At Ramboll, we are committed to fair and transparent compensation practices that support our people and our purpose of creating sustainable societies. The anticipated base salary range for this position is $58,416 to $73,020 per year. This range reflects the compensation we reasonably expect to offer at the time of posting. Actual compensation will vary based on factors such as location, skills, experience, education, and internal equity. Because we operate across multiple U.S. markets, pay may differ depending on the cost of labor in specific locations. In addition to base salary, this position may be eligible for bonus, overtime or other forms of compensation and we offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports well-being, professional development, and work-life balance. Our recruiters are happy to share more about the specific salary range and total rewards package applicable to your location during the hiring process.

Where People Flourish

Our mission is to create sustainable societies where people and nature flourish. This means that a culture of inclusion is embedded in everything we do.  Our people bring diverse backgrounds and experiences to the company, enabling us to deliver innovative and forward-thinking solutions to our clients. We also know how important it is to achieve the right balance of where, when, and how much you work. At Ramboll, we offer flexibility as part of our positive and inclusive approach to work. We are committed to equal employment opportunity, regardless of age, disability or medical condition, gender identity, marriage and domestic partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, ancestry, or national origin, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation, military service and veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Ramboll wants to ensure opportunities are accessible to candidates with disabilities. So, please let us know if there are any changes we could make to the application process to make it more comfortable for you. You can contact us at [email protected] with such requests.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.