Controls Engineer

Innovate; United States; On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automation company is seeking a Mid-Senior level Controls Engineer in Pennsylvania. This role involves designing control systems for industrial processes, programming PLCs and SCADA systems, and hands-on project management from concept to optimization. Candidates should possess a relevant engineering degree and 3+ years of experience in industrial automation. Competitive salary ranges from $100,000 to $130,000 annually, depending on experience. Opportunities for learning and growth in a collaborative environment are offered.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on experience in industrial automation or controls engineering.
• Ability to develop HMI and SCADA applications.
• Experience in troubleshooting various systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement control systems for industrial machinery.
• Program and support PLCs, DCS, and RTUs.
• Lead small capital projects and improvement initiatives.

Skills

Experience with field instrumentation

Comfortable working in manufacturing environments

Strong problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant engineering field

Tools

AutoCAD

PLC programming

Job description

Controls Engineer – Pennsylvania

We’re hiring a Controls Engineer to join our Pennsylvania-based team, working on high‑speed production equipment and complex industrial systems. This is a hands‑on, engineering‑led role where you’ll see projects through from concept and design to startup and optimization—not just sit behind a desk.

Base Pay Range

$100,000.00/yr - $130,000.00/yr

Why this role?

• Work on challenging, real‑world automation projects—not maintenance‑only work
• Be involved across the full project lifecycle, from design to commissioning
• Use modern Rockwell-based control platforms, HMIs, and SCADA systems
• Gain exposure to capital projects, system upgrades, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Collaborate closely with engineering, production, maintenance, and leadership teams
• Build strong technical and client‑facing skills with room to grow
• Join a team that values engineering judgment, safety, and quality over quick fixes

What you’ll be doing

• Design and implement control systems for industrial machinery and processes
• Architect control systems and select hardware/software solutions
• Program and support PLCs, DCS, and RTUs (primarily Rockwell)
• Develop and maintain HMI and SCADA applications for operators and engineers
• Create and update electrical schematics and documentation using AutoCAD
• Troubleshoot and improve electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and process systems
• Support system checkouts, startups, and commissioning at internal and customer sites
• Lead or contribute to small capital projects and improvement initiatives
• Apply functional safety and risk‑based machine design best practices

What we’re looking for

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Controls, Mechatronics, Automation, Robotics, Mechanical, Chemical Engineering, or a related field
• 3+ years of hands‑on experience in industrial automation or controls engineering
• Experience with field instrumentation and process control devices
• Comfortable working in manufacturing or industrial environments
• Willingness to travel as needed

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Manufacturing