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Join ENTEK as a Senior Control Systems Engineer
ENTEK is excited to welcome a Senior Control Systems Engineer to our growing team. If you're looking for a place where your expertise is valued, your ideas drive innovation, and your work directly impacts advanced manufacturing technology, this is it.As a Senior Controls Engineer, you'll play a key role in designing, developing, and commissioning industrial automation systems that power ENTEK's manufacturing operations and customer equipment. You'll work alongside talented engineers, technicians, and project teams to deliver reliable, high-performance automation solutions.
What You'll DoAs a Senior Controls Engineer, you'll bring technical expertise and leadership together to develop and support industrial control systems across a wide range of manufacturing equipment and processes.

In this role you will:

• Design, develop, and implement PLC and HMI control systems for automated manufacturing equipment
• Write, modify, and troubleshoot PLC code and HMI applications
• Use P&IDs, functional descriptions, electrical schematics, and scope documents to develop control strategies
• Lead equipment startup, commissioning, and troubleshooting at ENTEK facilities and customer locations
• Develop project scopes, track schedules, and monitor project budgets
• Perform I/O checkout and system validation testing
• Supervise on-site installation and commissioning activities
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and process engineering teams
• Mentor junior controls engineers and controls technicians
• Support after-hours troubleshooting when necessary

This is a role where your expertise drives real-world results-bringing complex automation systems to life while improving reliability, efficiency, and safety.

Requirements

 What We're Looking ForWe're seeking experienced controls engineers who enjoy solving complex problems, leading technical efforts, and delivering high-quality automation systems. The ideal candidate thrives in a collaborative environment and takes pride in seeing projects through from concept to startup.

What Makes You a Great Fit

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or equivalent experience
• Five (5) or more years of controls engineering experience
• Experience designing and commissioning industrial automation systems
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, and technical documentation
• Experience with PLC programming and HMI development
• Experience troubleshooting automation systems in a production environment
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to track project milestones and timelines

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with one or more of the following:

• Siemens Step 7 / TIA Portal and associated hardware
• Rockwell Studio 5000 / Allen-Bradley PLC platforms
• Siemens S120 or G120C drives
• Allen-Bradley PowerFlex 755 drives
• Ignition (Perspective or Vision)
• ERP systems such as Microsoft Dynamics 365
• Machine commissioning and startup experience

Job Locations

This position may be based at one of the following ENTEK locations:

• Henderson, Nevada
• Lebanon, Oregon
• Wake Forest, North Carolina

What Makes ENTEK Different

ENTEK is more than a manufacturing company-we're a team driven by values. Our core DNA is built on:

• Respect - valuing each person and every contribution 
• Integrity - doing what's right, always 
• Innovation - pushing boundaries with creativity and technology 
• Commitment - to our people, our customers, and our futureWhen you join ENTEK, you're not just taking a job-you're becoming part of a company that invests in your growth, development, and success.

Compensation & Benefits include:

• 401(k) with 4% match
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) options
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Life insurance

About ENTEKENTEK makes products that impact people in every corner of the globe. Our diverse team spans a wide array of disciplines, and whether you are a welder, engineer, scientist, production associate, or machinist, you will work toward a common goal - making ENTEK the best it can be for customers, employees, and the community. Our success is fueled by consistently living our core values of respect, integrity, innovation, and commitment.Our team is dedicated to getting a little bit better every day. Are you ready for something great in your career?
Learn more about us at www.entek.com and discover the opportunities waiting for you.ENTEK is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ENTEK is a drug-free and non-smoking work environment.