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Koch Industries

Sr. Controls Engineer

Lincoln, NE · On-site

$84K - $111K/yr

Your Job Molex is seeking a Sr. Controls Engineer to join our Manufacturing Solutions Automation ... Together, the team develops reliable automation solutions that improve equipment performance ...

ACI Worldwide

Sr Software Engineer

Omaha, NE · On-site

$117K - $154K/yr

As a Sr Software Engineer in Omaha, NE , you will join a diverse, passionate team, dedicated to ... Establish front-end performance metrics, monitoring strategies, and optimization practices. Guide a ...

ACI Worldwide

Sr Software Engineer

Omaha, NE

$117K - $154K/yr

As a Sr Software Engineer in Omaha, NE , you will join a diverse, passionate team, dedicated to ... Establish front-end performance metrics, monitoring strategies, and optimization practices. Guide a ...

GFT.

Senior Project Manager, Traffic Engineer

Omaha, NE · On-site +1

$94K - $123K/yr

GFT is seeking a Senior Project Manager, Traffic Engineer to join our Transportation Team in any of ... Provide technical guidance, performance feedback, and career development support to team members.

Pkaza

Senior Electrical Engineer

Omaha, NE · On-site

$102K - $133K/yr

Senior Electrical Engineer - Data Center Design - Omaha, NE Our client is a Leading Engineering ... Establish project objectives, policies, procedures and performance standards within boundaries of ...

micro1 AI

Senior Database Reliability Engineer

Omaha, NE · Remote

$220K - $260K/yr

Senior Database Reliability Engineer: Job Type: Full-time Location: Remote Job Summary: Join our ... performance at scale within a cutting-edge, cloud-native infrastructure. This is an excellent ...

SAIC

Senior Database Engineer

Offutt Air Force Base, NE · On-site

$100K - $136K/yr

ORA_ON_SITE Description SAIC is seeking a highly experienced and motivated Senior Database Engineer ... performance. * Data Modeling: Translate business and operational requirements into logical data ...

micro1 AI

Senior Database Reliability Engineer

Lincoln, NE · Remote

$220K - $260K/yr

Senior Database Reliability Engineer: Job Type: Full-time Location: Remote Job Summary: Join our ... performance at scale within a cutting-edge, cloud-native infrastructure. This is an excellent ...

Thermo Systems

Senior Engineering Team Lead

Omaha, NE · On-site

$140K - $150K/yr

Cultivate a high-performance, accountable culture by utilizing constructive feedback as a ... Collaborate with Sr. Engineers and Project Managers to accurately estimate the duration and ...

Dark Wolf

Senior DevOps Engineer

Omaha, NE · On-site

$124K - $159K/yr

... performance tuning, workload analysis, and downtime analysis. • Strong understanding of Linux ... Engineer, Security+). Company : Dark Wolf provides DevSecOps agile software development ...

Kiewit Corporation

Sr AI Engineer

Papillion, NE · On-site +1

$98K - $135K/yr

Senior Level Home District/Group: DHO Information Technology Group Department: Technology Group ... Optimize platform performance, scalability, reliability, and cost. * Mentor junior engineers ...

Dark Wolf Solutions

Senior DevOps Engineer

Omaha, NE · On-site

$140K - $200K/yr

Experience with user interface analysis, performance tuning, workload analysis, and downtime ... Engineer, Security+). This position is located in Omaha, NE. The estimated salary range for this ...

Dark Wolf Solutions

Senior DevOps Engineer

Omaha, NE

$140K - $200K/yr

Experience with user interface analysis, performance tuning, workload analysis, and downtime ... Engineer, Security+). This position is located in Omaha, NE. The estimated salary range for this ...

Dark Wolf Solutions

Senior DevOps Engineer

Omaha, NE · On-site

$140K - $200K/yr

Experience with user interface analysis, performance tuning, workload analysis, and downtime ... Engineer, Security+). This position is located in Omaha, NE. The estimated salary range for this ...

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As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior performance engineer in Nebraska is $120,666.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $99,600.00 and $136,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Senior Performance Engineer is responsible for optimizing the performance, scalability, and reliability of software applications and systems. They analyze performance metrics, conduct load and stress testing, identify bottlenecks, and work with development teams to implement improvements. This role requires expertise in profiling tools, performance tuning, and system architecture to ensure optimal user experience. Additionally, they may establish best practices for performance testing and contribute to overall system design decisions.

What does a senior performance engineer do?

A Senior Performance Engineer typically oversees performance testing cycles, analyzes system metrics, and collaborates with development and operations teams to diagnose and resolve performance issues. Daily tasks often include designing and executing test plans, monitoring application behavior under load, and recommending improvements for scalability and efficiency. They also participate in code reviews and architectural discussions to identify potential bottlenecks early in the development cycle. Consistent communication with both technical and non-technical stakeholders is key, ensuring that performance goals align with business objectives.

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To thrive as a Senior Performance Engineer, expertise in performance analysis, capacity planning, and system optimization—often backed by a degree in computer science or a related field—is crucial. Familiarity with tools such as LoadRunner, JMeter, APM solutions, profiling tools, and relevant certifications like CPPE or PMP are highly beneficial. Strong problem-solving, collaboration, and clear communication skills are vital for identifying bottlenecks and working closely with cross-functional teams. These combine to ensure robust system performance, user satisfaction, and reliable application scalability in demanding technical environments.

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Sr. Controls Engineer

Lincoln, NE • On-site

Koch Industries
Oil and Gas Extraction • 10K+ employees
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$84K - $111K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 13 days ago

Koch Industries rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 53 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Your Job
Molex is seeking a Sr. Controls Engineer to join our Manufacturing Solutions Automation Team at our Lincoln, Nebraska manufacturing facility. In this role, you will lead the controls development, integration, troubleshooting, and commissioning of advanced automated assembly equipment supporting our Transportation Solutions division. You will take ownership of complex automation challenges from initial concept through equipment launch and production support.
Our Team
You will join an innovative, globally collaborative team that partners across automation, manufacturing, maintenance, quality, and product engineering. Together, the team develops reliable automation solutions that improve equipment performance, safety, uptime, and long-term maintainability.
What You Will Do
  • Lead the controls design and development of advanced automated manufacturing equipment from concept through qualification
  • Develop controls architecture, PLC logic, HMI screens, servo and motion control solutions, machine safety systems, and supporting documentation
  • Identify and implement controls technologies that improve equipment performance, uptime, safety, and maintainability
  • Establish and advance controls standards for automated connector manufacturing equipment
  • Partner with global engineering, manufacturing, maintenance, quality, and automation teams to deliver robust production solutions
  • Serve as the controls technical lead during vendor design reviews, equipment builds, debugging, acceptance testing, installation, and startup
  • Troubleshoot complex machine control issues involving PLCs, HMIs, servo drives, sensors, vision systems, industrial networks, and safety circuits
  • Develop and maintain machine specifications, functional descriptions, electrical drawings, controls standards, and equipment acceptance criteria
  • Mentor controls engineers and technicians while promoting best practices in programming, documentation, equipment safety, and long-term supportability
  • This role requires international and domestic travel up to 20%

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)
  • Associate degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Automation Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related technical field
  • 5+ years of experience designing, programming, commissioning, and troubleshooting industrial automation or machine control systems
  • Experience with PLC programming, HMI development, servo or motion control, industrial sensors, electrical troubleshooting, and automated equipment startup
  • Experience reading and interpreting electrical schematics, pneumatic diagrams, equipment specifications, and controls documentation

What Will Put You Ahead
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Automation Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related technical field
  • Experience with Rockwell Automation, Siemens, Beckhoff, or similar PLC platforms and HMI software
  • Experience with robotics, vision systems, industrial networking, machine safety systems, or automated assembly equipment
  • Experience supporting factory acceptance testing, site acceptance testing, equipment qualification, process validation, or production launch activities
  • Experience leading technical problem-solving efforts with automation vendors and cross-functional manufacturing teams

At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.
Hiring Philosophy
All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here .
Who We Are
At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.
Our Benefits
Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.
Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.
Equal Opportunities
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here , aquí , or tu ).
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