Controls Automation Engineer - Rockwell Specialist

Creative Solutions Services, LLC; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 58,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance

401k Retirement Fund

Job summary

Creative Solutions Services, LLC seeks a Controls Automation Engineer for an on-site Lenexa, KS facility. The role focuses on Rockwell Automation equipment and supports a 12-month contract engagement in a large biopharmaceutical environment.

Candidates need 3–5 years of hands-on automation experience and a bachelor’s in engineering. Strong tenure and credentials justify the top pay rate of $42–$45 per hour (USD).

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of hands-on automation engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Controls, Automation Engineering, or related field.
• Experience with Rockwell Automation PLCs and Studio 5000.
• Experience with HMI/SCADA configuration.

Responsibilities

• Maintain Rockwell PLC programs (ControlLogix/CompactLogix/MicroLogix).
• Troubleshoot HMI/SCADA (FactoryTalk View, Ignition) to support production.
• Manage full lifecycle of automation projects from concept to startup.
• Diagnose control system faults and electrical issues to minimize downtime.
• Develop and maintain P&IDs, schematics, and programming standards.
• Collaborate with process engineers to optimize throughput, quality, safety.
• Perform routine audits and recommend maintenance actions.
• Provide on-call and on-site support.
• Train/mentor maintenance technicians and operators.
• Ensure safety standards compliance (NFPA 70, NFPA 79, OSHA).

Skills

Rockwell PLC

HMI/SCADA

Industrial networking

Instrumentation & drives

Electrical codes & safety

Reading schematics

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Controls/Automation Engineering

CLD certification (preferred)

Tools

Rockwell Studio 5000

RSLogix 5000

FactoryTalk View

Wonderware

Job description

Controls Automation Engineer

Location: Lenexa, KS

Onsite Flexibility: Onsite

Contract Details

• Position Type: Contract
• Contract Duration: 12 months
• Pay Rate: $42.00–$45.00 / Hour (USD)
• Shift / Schedule: Monday–Friday, first shift flex schedule
• Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Job Summary

This is an on-site Controls and Automation Engineering role at a Lenexa, KS manufacturing facility, specializing in Rockwell Automation equipment. The position supports a 12-month contract engagement within a large-scale biopharmaceutical manufacturing environment. Candidates must bring 3–5 years of hands‑on automation engineering experience and a bachelor's degree in engineering, with strong work experience and tenure at previous employers required to be considered for the maximum pay rate.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain PLC programs primarily using Rockwell Automation (Allen-Bradley) platforms, including ControlLogix, CompactLogix, and MicroLogix.
• Troubleshoot HMI/SCADA systems (e.g., FactoryTalk View SE/ME, Ignition) to support production monitoring and control.
• Support the full lifecycle of automation projects from concept and requirements definition through installation, startup, and handover to operations.
• Diagnose and resolve control system faults, instrumentation issues, and electrical failures to minimize production downtime.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation including P&IDs, electrical schematics, control narratives, and programming standards.
• Collaborate with process engineers to implement control strategies that optimize throughput, quality, and safety.
• Perform routine audits of control systems to identify risks and recommend preventative maintenance or improvement actions.
• Provide on‑call and on‑site technical support for critical production systems as required.
• Train and mentor maintenance technicians and operators on control system operation and basic troubleshooting.
• Ensure all systems comply with applicable safety standards (NFPA 70, OSHA, ISA/IEC) and internal engineering guidelines.

Required Skills

• Demonstrated proficiency with Rockwell Automation / Allen-Bradley PLC platforms (ControlLogix, CompactLogix) and Studio 5000 / RSLogix 5000 programming software.
• Experience with HMI and SCADA configuration (FactoryTalk View, Wonderware, or similar).
• Strong understanding of industrial networking protocols including EtherNet/IP, DeviceNet, Profibus, and Modbus.
• Working knowledge of instrumentation, sensors, variable frequency drives (VFDs), servo systems, and motor control centers (MCCs).
• Familiarity with electrical codes (NEC/NFPA 70) and industrial safety standards (NFPA 79, OSHA 29 CFR 1910).
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and mechanical drawings.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with a systematic approach to troubleshooting.
• Effective communication and documentation skills with the ability to present technical concepts to non‑technical stakeholders.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with batch control systems and ISA-88 batch standards.
• Familiarity with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and integration with ERP platforms (e.g., SAP).
• Knowledge of robot programming and integration (FANUC, ABB, KUKA, or similar).
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies.
• Prior experience in process industries such as food & beverage, chemicals, packaging, or life sciences.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity best practices for industrial control systems (ICS).

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a closely related field (required).
• Rockwell Automation Certified Logix Designer (CLD) certification (preferred).

Required Experience

• 3–5 years of hands‑on experience in industrial controls and automation engineering within a manufacturing environment.

Work Environment / Physical Requirements

• On‑site role at a Lenexa, KS manufacturing facility; remote work is not available for this position.
• Regular exposure to a manufacturing plant environment including noise, machinery, and industrial chemicals.
• Ability to stand, walk, and work at elevated heights on occasion.
• Availability for on‑call support and occasional off‑shift or weekend work during critical projects or unplanned downtime.
• Some travel may be required for vendor visits, training, or project support at other sites (~10%).

Important Notes

• Interviews must be conducted onsite.

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
• 401k Retirement Fund

About the Client

This client is a research-intensive biopharmaceutical company dedicated to the prevention and treatment of global diseases, operating at a scale that spans oncology, vaccines, infectious diseases, cardiometabolic health, immunology, neuroscience, and ophthalmology across every continent. With annual revenues exceeding $65 billion and approximately 75,000 employees worldwide, this organization ranks 15th globally among top biotech and pharmaceutical employers and has been recognized by Forbes as one of the World's Best Employers. Professionals here include researchers and scientists, manufacturing and controls engineers, regulatory and clinical operations specialists, and business and technology professionals who contribute to medicines and vaccines that are among the most widely used in global medicine.