Instrumentation and Controls Specialist

Title: Instrumentation and Controls Specialist

Location: Centennial, Colorado, 80112, United States

Department: Industrial

Job Description: 

Job Information

• Date Opened09/30/2026
• Job TypeFull time
• Work ExperienceExperienced 2-5 years
• IndustryIndustrial
• Salary60,000 to 90,000
• CityCentennial
• State/ProvinceColorado
• CountryUnited States
• Zip/Postal Code80112

Job Description

Job Overview:

As a Controls / Automation Specialist, you will be working across industries to provide outstanding Operational Technology related programs, interfaces, documentation and support. You could be working on assembly lines, well heads, datacenters, beverage facilities, and providing managed SCADA services - all in the same week. Our team is expected to learn and to grow to be proficient across multiple skillsets while becoming an expert in 2-3 key disciplines. The role will require excellence as an individual contributor as well as working as part of a larger team. 

Key Areas of Knowledge:

• Instrumentation and calibration
• Industrial Communication Protocols
• Industrial Networks - serial, IP, wireless
• Control Cabinet Design and Troubleshooting
• Electrical and Signal Troubleshooting
• RTU / PLC Programming - Ladder Logic, Sequential Function Blocks, Structured Text
• DCS Development
• SCADA Programming, Graphics and Support
• Drafting and Control Panel Design
• Process Controls
• Technical Writing
• Project Management

Work is completed in hybrid work environments, in office with the team, occasionally from home, and in the field for commissioning or on-going support as needed. Target travel expectation for the year is 20%. Employees may elect to be on a travel team with higher travel requirements and receive additional compensation. 

About Atlas OT

Who We Are:

The Best. Atlas OT provides premium services and products to help our customers run their operations at peak performance. We hire and recruit top notch talent so you are surrounded by people that are driven, intelligent, and enjoyable. If you are among the best in your organization, you'll love our depth of talent to compliment your skills and work ethic. You'll love our bonus programs even more - designed to reward you for all the outstanding work you do. 

What We Do:

Automation and Controls for all your Operational Technology needs. RTU, PLC, Flow Computer, SCADA and DCS system design, procurement, programming and support. Electrical, Instrumentation, Controls Engineering and procurement. Control Panel and VFD Panel Design, Procurement, Fabrication and testing with full service programming and integrated Factory Acceptance Testing. Managed SCADA hosting and services. Working with all major brands, Rockwell, Siemens, Opto22, Red Lion, Schneider and more. Supporting all industries including energy, manufacturing, food and beverage, water wastewater, building automation, oil and gas, renewable, pharmaceuticals and more.

Requirements

At all levels:

• Bachelors Degree in Engineering preferred but not required.
• Drug Free work environment
• Valid Driver's license and ability to travel without restrictions
• Familiarity with 61131-3 Programming
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent problem solving, analytical and detail-oriented mindset
• Ability to work with cross-functional and discipline teams effectively

Above entry level, the following requirements are expected in line with engineering level:

• Rockwell, Siemens, Schneider, Red Lion, Opto22, Ignition, VT SCADA, Phoenix Contact, Emerson, and other platform experience
• Advanced Process Control Expertise
• Discrete Automation and Robotic Controls
• Expertise with P&IDs, Control Narratives, Cause and Effects, SIS
• Electrical Engineering 
• UL, IEC, NIST, CSA and other industrial standards
• Drive expertise AC/DC/Servo/VFD

Benefits

Atlas OT employees are the best, and as such get the best benefits. Our total compensation plan provides pay above average for our industry as validated by independent third parties. We also provide many opportunities for bonus compensation for those willing to put in extra hours, refer friends and new clients. 

• Hybrid / Flexible schedule work
• Company sponsored training and certifications
• PPE Reimbursement Program
• $50/month Cell Phone Reimbursement
• Paid Time off for all Federal Holidays (11 total)
• 120 hours / year of accrued Paid Time Off (inclusive of 10 Vacation and 5 sick days)
• Merit Based Rewards and Bonuses such as 
  • Employee recognition
  • New Employee Referral Bonus
  • Sales Referral Bonus
• Quarterly Bonus
• Bonus Plan for over utilized hours (ie hours above 40 billed per week)
• Large group medical, vision and dental coverage with:
  • 75% of employee premium covered by Atlas OT
  • 50% of employee + dependent premium if eligible covered by Atlas OT
  • For HSA eligible plans, employer HSA contribution equal to employee contribution up to federally allowable limits
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer contributions matching employee contributions up to 5% or federally allowable limits.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Perks Program
• Voluntary Employee Programs, including:
  ● Pet Insurance
  ● Critical Illness
  ● Accident Plan
  ● Legal Shield
  ● ID Shield