Control System Engineer

Walker Lovell; Arkansas; On-site; USD 49,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in clean energy is looking for a Controls Engineer to lead automation at a critical manufacturing site. This high-impact role offers autonomy, strategic influence, and the opportunity to drive vital infrastructure upgrades, all while working with cutting-edge technologies and a focus on decarbonization. Join a team where your contributions matter.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Qualifications

• 3+ years of controls/automation experience in a complex manufacturing setting.
• Strong grasp of OT/IT collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain control systems for PLC-connected devices.
• Respond to urgent technical issues and ensure plant uptime.
• Own documentation and compliance tracking across control systems.

Skills

Proficiency with Allen Bradley systems

Proficiency with Rockwell Automation systems

ICS cybersecurity knowledge

Calm under pressure

Proactive problem-solver

Education

Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering

Electrical Tech degree

Related field degree

Job description

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Global Recruitment Director at Walker Lovell Recruitment

Controls Engineer – Advanced Automation & Clean Energy

Sector: Industrial Chemicals | Process Automation | Clean Tech

Take Ownership of Modernization, Gain Strategic Exposure, and Make Your Mark – With Exceptional Rewards, Backed by a Leading North American Producer Driving Clean Energy Transition

We’re hiring a Controls Engineer to lead automation and control systems at a mission-critical chemical manufacturing site.

You’ll be joining a company actively investing in decarbonization, with a focus on low- and zero-carbon petrochemical production - placing you at the intersection of heavy industry and clean energy.

This is a high-visibility, high-impact role offering real autonomy, strategic influence, and the chance to drive infrastructure upgrades that matter.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Exceptional compensation package reflecting seniority, technical depth, and site-level ownership
• Lead the automation evolution of a major industrial plant using Allen Bradley and Rockwell tech
• Influence OT/IT integration, digitalisation, and cybersecurity at infrastructure level
• Join a clean-tech innovator scaling production and reliability across North America
• Work with senior engineers, leadership, and external vendors in a role built on trust and delivery

What You’ll Be Doing

• Design, develop, and maintain control systems for PLC-connected devices across the site
• Respond to urgent technical issues and ensure plant uptime through rapid problem-solving
• Own documentation, schematics, and compliance tracking across all control systems
• Collaborate on network infrastructure, bridging OT and IT to ensure system integrity and security
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to building internal engineering capability

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Tech, or a related field
• 3+ years of controls/automation experience in a complex manufacturing setting
• Proficiency with Allen Bradley and Rockwell Automation systems
• Strong grasp of ICS cybersecurity, communication protocols, and OT/IT collaboration
• Calm under pressure, confident communicator, and proactive problem-solver

Who This Suits

You’re a hands-on Controls Engineer who’s ready to step beyond support - someone who wants to lead systems that power real industry. You thrive in technical complexity, want your voice heard, and are ready to grow with a forward-thinking business investing for the long term.

Apply now for a confidential conversation with our team.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Chemical Manufacturing

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

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