Control Systems Engineer — Industrial Automation & Field Testing

| GrayMatter |; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer paid short term disability

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays and PTO

Job summary

GrayMatter in Missouri seeks a Control Systems Engineer to manage client projects, design control solutions and support data-driven improvements. You will work with Rockwell PLCs, HMIs and other automation tools to deliver reliable systems and ensure client satisfaction.

The role requires hands-on engineering, travel to customer sites, and collaboration with internal teams to meet project milestones with precision and accountability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an applicable field or equivalent experience.
• Experience with industrial PLC programming and Rockwell PLCs.
• Knowledge of electrical schematics and installations.

Responsibilities

• Perform GrayMatter services focusing on control systems.
• Design and implement solutions to resolve client issues.
• Consult with and train end users on new applications.
• Assist in project development and planning.
• Conduct onsite pilots, FAT/SAT tests and demos as needed.
• Travel 30–40% to customer locations; Missouri-based role.

Skills

Rockwell PLCs

HMI development

C++ / Python

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Customer service

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's Degree in EE / EET / ME / MET

Tools

Wonderware / AVEVA

GE iFix

Ignition

Cognex

Keyence

Job description

GrayMatter in Missouri seeks a Control Systems Engineer to manage client projects, design control solutions and support data-driven improvements. You will work with Rockwell PLCs, HMIs and other automation tools to deliver reliable systems and ensure client satisfaction.

The role requires hands-on engineering, travel to customer sites, and collaboration with internal teams to meet project milestones with precision and accountability.