Controls Engineer

SCN - Search Consulting Network; Starkville (MS); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health care benefits

401K with Matching

Engineering-focused environment

Stability

Job summary

SCN - Search Consulting Network partners with a leading Industry-Leading Manufacturer to hire a senior Controls Engineer in Mississippi. The role focuses on electrical, robotic, PLC, and automation systems to improve uptime and reliability.

Ideal candidates have 7+ years in automation within manufacturing, extensive Siemens PLC/TIA Portal experience, and familiarity with safety standards. A Master’s or MBA is a plus and autoCAD/MS Office proficiency is valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related technical field required.
• 7+ years of automation experience in manufacturing.
• Extensive experience with Siemens PLCs and TIA Portal is required.
• Knowledge of Profibus, Profisafe, Safety Integrated, and ASI-Bus.
• Experience with FANUC Robots, FANUC Vision, Cognex Vision, and Atlas Copco tooling is strongly preferred.
• Ability to create and interpret electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic schematics.
• Experience with machine risk assessments, safety evaluations, and electrical codes.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement modifications to electrical, robotic, PLC, and automation systems to improve uptime and reliability.
• Develop controls and automation improvements to increase manufacturing efficiency and reduce operating costs.
• Lead troubleshooting of complex PLC, robotic, electrical, and automated manufacturing equipment.
• Provide technical leadership and mentor others in automation development and equipment design.
• Review engineering designs for manufacturing feasibility and recommend improvements.
• Manage suppliers and equipment vendors through design, installation, and implementation of new process equipment.
• Prepare and manage capital projects, ensuring budgets and schedules are met.
• Coordinate major maintenance activities, emergency repairs, and corrective actions.
• Partner with internal teams on integrated process monitoring and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure equipment and vendors comply with plant safety, electrical, automation, and ISO standards.
• Maintain equipment, controls, and project documentation.
• Support Six Sigma and other continuous improvement initiatives.
• Communicate project status, risks, timing, and results to plant leadership.

Skills

Automation experience

Siemens PLCs

TIA Portal

Profibus

Profisafe

Safety Integrated

ASi-Bus

FANUC Robots

FANUC Vision

Cognex Vision

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Project management

Electrical schematics

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Master's Degree in Engineering

MBA

Tools

Siemens PLCs & TIA Portal

FANUC Robots

Vision systems (FANUC Vision, Cognex)

Atlas Copco tooling

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are partnering with an Industry-Leading Manufacturer who is hiring for a Controls Engineer.

Company Highlights

• Advanced, highly automated production environment
• Strong commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement
• Continued investment in manufacturing technology and automation
• Stable organization offering long-term career opportunities

Position Highlights

• High-impact technical role supporting electrical, controls, robotics, and automation systems within a manufacturing environment
• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related technical field required.
• 7+ years of automation experience, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
• Extensive experience with Siemens PLCs and TIA Portal required.
• Knowledge of Profibus, Profisafe, Safety Integrated, and ASI-Bus.
• Experience with FANUC Robots, FANUC Vision, Cognex Vision, and Atlas Copco tooling strongly preferred.
• Ability to create and interpret electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic schematics.
• Experience with machine risk assessments, safety evaluations, and applicable electrical codes.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple automation and capital projects simultaneously.
• Microsoft Office and AutoCAD experience preferred.
• Master's Degree in Engineering or MBA is a plus.

Job Responsibilities

• Design and implement modifications to electrical, robotic, PLC, and automation systems to improve uptime and reliability.
• Develop controls and automation improvements to increase manufacturing efficiency and reduce operating costs.
• Lead troubleshooting of complex PLC, robotic, electrical, and automated manufacturing equipment.
• Provide technical leadership and mentor others in automation development, equipment design, and troubleshooting.
• Review engineering designs for manufacturing feasibility and recommend improvements.
• Manage suppliers and equipment vendors throughout the design, installation, and implementation of new process equipment.
• Prepare and manage capital projects, ensuring projects remain within budget and on schedule.
• Coordinate major maintenance activities, emergency repairs, and corrective actions.
• Partner with internal teams on integrated process monitoring and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure equipment and vendors comply with plant safety, electrical, automation, and ISO standards.
• Maintain accurate equipment, controls, and project documentation.
• Support Six Sigma and other continuous improvement initiatives.
• Communicate project status, risks, timing, and results to plant leadership.

What is Being Offered

• Challenge: Lead sophisticated automation and controls projects that directly improve manufacturing uptime, reliability, efficiency, and overall plant performance.
• Advancement: Opportunity to expand technical and leadership responsibilities within a large manufacturing organization.
• Comprehensive health care benefits
• 401K with Matching
• People / Culture: Engineering-focused environment that values technical expertise, problem solving, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Stability: Established organization with continued investment in its manufacturing operations, equipment, and automation technologies.