$100,000 - $130,000 per year Job Details - About the Opportunity We are seeking a Controls Engineer to join a growing engineering team that designs and supports advanced automation, electrical control, and power management systems for industrial applications. This role offers the opportunity to work on custom projects from design through commissioning, with a strong focus on Siemens PLC programming and system integration. Responsibilities Develop, program, modify, and troubleshoot Siemens PLC control systems. Design and implement automation solutions involving PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems, VFDs, and motor controls. Support system testing, startup, commissioning, and field troubleshooting activities. Collaborate with electrical and mechanical engineering teams to ensure successful project execution. Integrate PLC logic with operator interfaces and supervisory control systems. Create and maintain technical documentation, program backups, and revision records. Provide ongoing technical support during installation, startup, and service projects. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent industry experience. Hands-on experience programming Siemens PLCs. Experience with Siemens TIA Portal, Step 7, WinCC, or similar automation software. Ability to troubleshoot electrical and automation systems in an industrial environment. Strong understanding of control panels, motor controls, and industrial communication networks. Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings. Willingness to travel occasionally for commissioning and customer support. Preferred Experience Industrial automation, power generation, marine, oil & gas, or heavy manufacturing environments. Experience with Allen-Bradley, ABB, or Schneider control platforms. Knowledge of switchgear, generator controls, MCCs, VFDs, and power management systems. FAT, SAT, startup, or field commissioning experience. Key Skills Siemens PLC Programming TIA Portal Step 7 Win
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Electrical Controls Commissioning VFDs Troubleshooting Industrial Automation This position is ideal for a controls engineer who enjoys a mix of programming, troubleshooting, field commissioning, and working on custom automation projects from concept through startup.
A bit about us:
- Our client is a well-established engineering and manufacturing company that designs and delivers complex electrical power, control, and automation systems for mission-critical industrial applications. Their team works on highly customized projects involving PLCs, switchgear, automation controls, and power management systems. This is an opportunity to join a growing organization where engineers have direct involvement in system design, programming, testing, and commissioning from concept through deployment. Why join us? - Excellent compensation, benefits, and opportunities for growth! #engineering #hmi #rslogix-5000 #vfd #commissioning #scada #electrical-troubleshooting #mechatronics #rslogix #electrical-controls #industrial-automation #plc-programming #servo #siemens-tia-portal #ladder-logic #factory-acceptance-testing #vfd-integration #tier6