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Rise Technical Recruitment Limited

Controls Engineer

Pay: $120,000–$150,000/yr

Posted: 2 weeks ago

Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 week ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/1/2026

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What they do

An Electrical Controls Engineer designs, develops, and supervises all aspects of electrical control systems, equipment, and machinery. May be responsible for the installation and technical support of PLC based hardware and software.

$98,253 / year median in Florida

+8% projected growth

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Job Description

Controls Engineer Fort Lauderdale, Florida $120,000 - $150,000 + Training + Progression + Premium Benefits Are you an Electrical or Controls Engineer with AutoCAD and PLC experience looking to join a growing automation business where you'll lead on a wide range of projects with progression opportunities? This is an excellent opportunity to join an innovative engineering company designing custom automated equipment and control systems for a wide range of industrial customers. The business is investing heavily in its engineering team and offers genuine long-term progression for ambitious engineers looking to develop into technical leaders. In this role, you'll be involved across the full project lifecycle, producing electrical designs using AutoCAD, generating Bills of Materials, developing PLC and HMI software, and supporting commissioning of bespoke automation systems. You'll work alongside experienced controls specialists who will provide ongoing mentoring and technical training, allowing you to become an expert in advanced automation technologies including motion control and robotics. This role would suit an Electrical Engineer or Controls Engineer looking to accelerate their career within automation while working on technically challenging projects from concept through to completion.

The Role:

Design electrical control systems using AutoCAD Develop PLC and HMI programs for custom automation projects Produce Bills of Materials and specify electrical components Support projects through design, testing and commissioning

The Person:

Electrical Engineering degree or equivalent industry experience Experience using AutoCAD or similar electrical design software PLC programming experience Knowledge of electrical circuit design and component selection

Keywords:

Controls Engineer, Electrical Engineer, Automation Engineer, PLC Programmer, PLC Programming, HMI Programming, AutoCAD Electrical, Electrical Design Engineer, Motion Control, Robotics, Industrial Automation, Control Systems, Manufacturing, Commissioning, Electrical Controls, Automation Systems, Lead Controls Engineer, Principal Controls Engineer Rise Technical Recruitment Inc of 1011 Centre Rd, Suite 322, Wilmington, DE 19805 act as an employer-paid private personnel agency. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client. We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.