Controls Engineer

Senior Controls Engineer Location:

Arlington, TX Compensation:

Up to $175,000 +

Bonus Industry:

Custom Automation | Defense & Energetics A leading custom automation manufacturer supporting the defense and energetics industries is seeking a Senior Controls Engineer to lead the design, programming, integration, and commissioning of complex turnkey production systems. This is a high-impact role for a technical leader who can take ownership from concept through commissioning and client handoff. Key Responsibilities Program and troubleshoot Allen-Bradley PLCs (ControlLogix, CompactLogix) using Studio 5000 Develop ladder logic, structured text, and function block programs Design electrical control panels (schematics, layouts, BOMs) using AutoCAD Electrical Size/spec motors, drives, sensors, safety components, and motion systems Develop HMIs (PanelView or similar) and integrate SCADA systems (Ignition, FactoryTalk, etc.) Program and optimize industrial robots (Fanuc, ABB, KUKA, etc.) Integrate PLCs, robotics, vision systems, and third-party equipment Implement industrial networks (EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, EtherCAT, DeviceNet) Lead onsite commissioning, validation, and system troubleshooting Ensure compliance with

UL 508A, NFPA 79, ISO

13849, ANSI/RIA, and DoD requirements

Travel:

~10% during design phases; up to 50%+ during commissioning. Qualifications 10+ years of industrial automation experience 5+ years in large-scale custom automation projects Strong Allen-Bradley PLC programming expertise Hands-on robot programming experience HMI and SCADA development experience preferred Strong understanding of control panel design and machine safety standards Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation, or related field What's Offered Base salary up to $175,000 (DOE) Performance-based incentives 75%+ employer-paid medical coverage Dental, vision, life, and short-term disability 401(k) with immediate vesting Generous PTO If you're a senior-level controls engineer looking to lead complex, mission-critical automation builds, this is an opportunity to step into a true technical ownership role. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.