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Senior Developer Jobs in Salem, OR (NOW HIRING)

Senior Control Systems Engineer

Lebanon, OR · On-site

$105K - $140K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

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 ...

Senior Bridge Design Engineer

Salem, OR · Hybrid

$120K - $200K/yr

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  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a senior bridge design engineer, you'll provide technical assistance and guidance for due diligence, investigation, remediation, improvement, and construction infrastructure projects. You`ll ...

Senior Bridge Design Engineer

Salem, OR · Hybrid

$120K - $200K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a senior bridge design engineer, you'll provide technical assistance and guidance for due diligence, investigation, remediation, improvement, and construction infrastructure projects. You`ll ...

Senior Staff Mfg. Design Engineer

Salem, OR · Hybrid

$90K - $124K/yr

About the Role We are seeking an experienced Senior Staff Manufacturing Design Engineer to lead the design and manufacturability of high-performance, precision components used in our cutting-edge ...

Senior Process Controls and Automation Engineer

Albany, OR · On-site

$100K - $1M/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

ATI Millersburg is seeking a Senior Controls Engineer to join our team. If you are looking for an opportunity to support a growing, world-class manufacturing company with multiple manufacturing ...

Senior Solutions Engineer

Salem, OR

$55.50 - $71.50/hr

About the Role As a Senior Solutions Engineer, you'll be a technical leader in deploying and ... Experience contributing to SDKs, developer tools, or integration frameworks * Built reusable ...

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Strong programming skills in Python, with proficiency in deep learning frameworks such as PyTorch. * Experience with modern learning-from-demonstration tools like DiffusionPolicy * Experience with ...

Senior AI Research Engineer

Salem, OR · On-site +1

$195K - $304K/yr

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  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Strong programming skills in Python, with proficiency in deep learning frameworks such as PyTorch. * Experience with modern learning-from-demonstration tools like DiffusionPolicy * Experience with ...

Senior Staff Mfg. Design Engineer

Salem, OR · On-site +1

$163K - $212K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

About the Role We are seeking an experienced Senior Staff Manufacturing Design Engineer to lead the design and manufacturability of high-performance, precision components used in our cutting-edge ...

Senior Manufacturing Test Software Engineer

Salem, OR · On-site

$125 - $163/hr

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  • Dental

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  • Retirement

  • PTO

We are seeking a Senior Manufacturing Test Software Engineer to ensure the reliability, functionality, and robustness of our daily software releases through structured testing, debugging, and ...

Senior Planner

Mcminnville, OR · On-site

$82K - $123K/yr

The Senior Planner is the advanced journey-level classification within the Planner series and ... Manages and participates in large planning projects with developers, agencies, civic groups, and ...

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How much do senior developer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for senior developer in Salem, OR is $62.04, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52.64 and $69.57 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Senior Developer vs Software Engineer?

AspectSenior DeveloperSoftware Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's in CS or related field, experience, certificationsBachelor's or higher in CS or related field, certifications common
Work EnvironmentDevelopment teams, project-based work, collaborativeDesign, develop, test software across various industries
Employer & Industry UsageTech companies, startups, enterprise firmsTech, finance, healthcare, and other sectors
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

While both Senior Developers and Software Engineers possess strong technical skills and often share similar educational backgrounds, Senior Developers typically focus more on leading projects, mentoring, and code quality within development teams. Software Engineers may have a broader scope, including system design and architecture, often working across multiple projects or platforms. The roles overlap significantly, but the Senior Developer role emphasizes leadership and hands-on coding expertise.

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Infographic showing various Senior Developer job openings in Salem, OR as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 78% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 14% Contract. Highlights an 80% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $129,046 per year, or $62 per hour.

Senior Control Systems Engineer

ENTEK

Lebanon, OR • On-site

$105K - $140K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 20 days ago


Job description

Description: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.