Sr. Controls Engineers

Position Overview

Lead the electrical and controls development of automated material handling systems. This role covers concept development, controls architecture, programming, prototyping, testing, and product launch. The engineer will also provide technical leadership to junior team members and support customer-facing projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop control concepts and automation solutions based on customer and market requirements.


• Design electrical control systems, panel layouts, schematics, and equipment sequences.


• Develop and troubleshoot PLC, HMI, and SCADA applications.


• Create prototypes and conduct testing, validation, and field commissioning.


• Support products through design, manufacturing, installation, and customer deployment.


• Troubleshoot field issues, perform root-cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.


• Establish project requirements, schedules, estimates, and technical documentation.


• Apply machine safety standards, electrical codes, risk assessments, and engineering best practices.


• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, software, manufacturing, and project teams.


• Provide technical direction and mentoring to less-experienced engineers.


• Travel throughout the U.S. and North America, typically up to 40%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or related discipline; equivalent experience considered.


• 6+ years of industrial controls or automation experience.


• Background with material handling, conveyor/sortation systems, robotics, or automated equipment.


• Strong Allen-Bradley / Rockwell PLC experience.


• Experience with HMI, SCADA, industrial networks, and automation systems.


• Proficiency with AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, or comparable electrical design software.


• Understanding of machine safety, electrical standards, and controls risk assessment.


• Experience taking automation products from concept through prototype, testing, and production.


• Strong troubleshooting, communication, organization, and project leadership skills.


• Comfortable working independently and collaborating across engineering disciplines.
  
  
  
   
  

  Compensation:
  
  ​​​​​​​Depending on experience