Description
We are seeking a Lead Controls Engineer who thrives in a fast-paced, hands-on environment and is eager to learn, adapt, and lead. This role is ideal for someone with a strong technical foundation in industrial automation who is motivated to grow. ย We're looking for someone with initiative, work ethic, and a passion for continuous learning.
You'll lead the design and delivery of control systems, PLC/HMI programming, robotics integration, and industrial automation solutions, while mentoring team members and collaborating cross-functionally.
Requirements
What You'll Do
- Lead controls engineering projects from concept through design, programming, testing, and commissioningย
- Design and develop PLC programs, HMI/SCADA systems, and embedded controlsย
- Create electrical schematics, panel layouts, and Bills of Materials (BOMs)ย
- Integrate industrial robots, motion control systems, and VFDsย
- Specify and implement process instrumentation and control componentsย
- Install, commission, and troubleshoot systems at customer sitesย
- Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and project management teamsย
- Mentor junior engineers and promote engineering best practicesย
- Support Sales with project estimates, timelines, and technical inputย
- Manage project schedules, budgets, and customer communicationย
- Research and implement new technologies in automation and controls
- Travel domestically to support projects across company locations and customer sites throughout the U.S.ย
What We're Looking For
- Strong initiative and willingness to take ownershipย
- Eagerness to learn new technologies, platforms, and toolsย
- Ability to adapt quickly in a dynamic, project-based environmentย
- Comfortable working with and learning new software and automation technologiesย
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting mindsetย
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related fieldย
- 3-10 years of experience in controls engineering or industrial automationย
- Experience with at least two of the following:ย
- PLC Programming (Rockwell / Siemens / etc.)ย
- HMI Developmentย
- SCADA Systems (Ignition, AVEVA, GE, etc.)ย
- Robotics Integrationย
- Motion Control / VFDsย
- Embedded Systemsย
- Control Panel Design / Electrical Schematicsย
- Familiarity with industrial networks and protocols (EtherNet/IP, Modbus, Profinet, IO-Link, DeviceNet)ย
- Working knowledge of AutoCAD or similar toolsย
- Willingness to travel for commissioning and client support