Controls Engineer

LeoForce; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development

Job summary

Leoforce is seeking an experienced Controls Engineer in Odessa, TX to develop and maintain PLC-based control software for industrial manufacturing equipment. You will design, troubleshoot, and upgrade automation systems, including HMIs, VFDs, and associated hardware, while supporting power distribution and safety compliance.

You will collaborate with Maintenance, Engineering, and Operations to boost safety, productivity, and equipment performance, and lead projects from design through

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Automation Engineering, or related technical discipline preferred.
• Experience in controls engineering within manufacturing environments.
• Strong hands-on experience developing and implementing PLC control software.
• Familiarity with industrial power distribution systems and three-phase power.

Responsibilities

• Develop, program, implement, and maintain PLC-based control software for industrial equipment.
• Design and troubleshoot automation systems including PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, and related hardware.
• Support electrical power distribution systems including transformers and MCCs.
• Lead control system upgrades and equipment integration from design to commissioning.
• Troubleshoot failures to minimize downtime and improve reliability.
• Create and maintain electrical schematics, control panel drawings, and PLC code.
• Collaborate with Maintenance, Engineering, and Operations to improve safety and productivity.
• Support startups, testing, and ongoing optimization of manufacturing processes.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and industrial regulations.

Skills

PLC programming

Industrial automation

Electrical power distribution

HMI, VFDs, control hardware

Schematic reading

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Rockwell Automation (Allen-Bradley)

Siemens

Job description

Odessa,TX, US

6970777

Job Details

Experience: Mid Level

Salary: $90,000 - $125,000 per year

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, program, implement, and maintain PLC-based control software for industrial manufacturing equipment and processes.
• Design, modify, and troubleshoot industrial automation systems, including PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, and associated control hardware.
• Support electrical power distribution systems, including transformers, switchgear, motor control centers (MCCs), and industrial electrical panels.
• Lead control system upgrades, equipment integration, and automation improvement projects from design through commissioning.
• Troubleshoot electrical, instrumentation, and control system failures to minimize downtime and improve equipment reliability.
• Develop and maintain electrical schematics, control panel drawings, PLC programs, and technical documentation.
• Configure and integrate industrial instrumentation, sensors, motors, and variable frequency drives.
• Collaborate with Maintenance, Engineering, and Operations teams to identify opportunities for improved safety, productivity, and equipment performance.
• Support equipment startups, testing, commissioning, and ongoing optimization of manufacturing processes.
• Ensure electrical and control systems comply with applicable safety standards and industry regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related technical discipline preferred.
• Experience in controls engineering, industrial automation, or electrical engineering within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong hands-on experience developing, modifying, and implementing PLC control software.
• Solid understanding of industrial electrical power distribution systems, including transformers, switchgear, MCCs, and three-phase electrical systems.
• Experience troubleshooting and integrating PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, motor controls, and industrial instrumentation.
• Familiarity with Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar industrial control platforms.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control system documentation.
• Experience supporting electrical installations, equipment upgrades, and system commissioning.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with cross-functional manufacturing teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with process automation in chemical, plastics, petrochemical, or continuous-process manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of industrial communication networks, SCADA systems, and process control instrumentation.
• Familiarity with NFPA 70, NFPA 70E, and applicable industrial electrical safety standards.
• Experience managing capital improvement projects involving electrical and automation systems.

A bit about us:

We are partnering with an established industrial manufacturing company seeking an experienced Controls Engineer to support plant automation, electrical infrastructure, and manufacturing operations. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who enjoys hands-on problem-solving, developing and implementing control software, and improving the reliability and efficiency of complex industrial equipment.

Why join us?

• Salary between $90k-$125k
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Stable, established manufacturing environment
• Opportunity to lead automation and electrical improvement projects
• Work with complex industrial control systems and power distribution equipment
• Long-term career growth and professional development

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