Automation Controls Engineer | PLC/SCADA Specialist

STAQ Pharma; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

STAQ Pharma is seeking an Automation Controls Engineer to support facility automation and monitoring in Columbus, Ohio and Denver, Colorado. This hands-on role involves programming and maintaining PLCs/HMIs, supporting SCADA/BMS, and working on new and existing equipment in a cGMP environment.

You'll join a small team that values initiative and ownership, with travel between sites and occasional vendor visits for FAT/SAT.

Qualifications

• 3+ years hands-on automation or controls experience in a regulated manufacturing environment.
• PLC, HMI, and VFD programming and troubleshooting experience.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience; certifications considered.

Responsibilities

• Program, troubleshoot, and maintain PLCs across Rockwell, Siemens, and B&R platforms with HMIs and Ignition.
• Configure and tune VFDs on pumps, fans, and process motors; support SCADA and BMS systems.
• Assist with commissioning, FAT/SAT, validation activities, and serialization systems.
• Install sensor-based data collection; collaborate with IT on cybersecurity for control systems.
• Provide after-hours support and train other departments on automated equipment; travel between sites.

Skills

Automation experience

PLC programming

HMI programming

VFD programming

Troubleshooting

Engineering degree

Project management

Technical writing

Cybersecurity awareness

Travel willingness

US work authorization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, or Computer Engineering

Equivalent experience or certifications

Job description

STAQ Pharma is seeking an Automation Controls Engineer to support facility automation and monitoring in Columbus, Ohio and Denver, Colorado. This hands-on role involves programming and maintaining PLCs/HMIs, supporting SCADA/BMS, and working on new and existing equipment in a cGMP environment.

You'll join a small team that values initiative and ownership, with travel between sites and occasional vendor visits for FAT/SAT.