Controls Engineer — Greenhouse Automation & Field Travel

BrightFarms Inc

Lorena (TX)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

BrightFarms Inc is seeking a Controls Engineer to support automation across our greenhouse operations. The role is site-based with travel to our facilities in TX, GA, and IL.

You will design, implement, and optimize control systems integrating environmental controls, irrigation, harvesting, and packaging processes. The ideal candidate has a bachelor's in electrical/controls/mechatronics, 5+ years in industrial automation, PLC programming experience (Allen-Bradley/Siemens), and strong

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, controls engineering, mechatronics, or related field.
  • 5+ years in industrial automation or controls engineering.
  • Experience with PLC programming (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar).
  • Familiarity with HMI/SCADA systems.
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop control systems for automated equipment and greenhouse infrastructure.
  • Program and configure PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA systems; develop electrical schematics and I/O lists.
  • Integrate sensors, actuators, and IoT devices into centralized control systems.
  • Travel to sites (TX, GA, IL) and provide remote support; participate in on-call rotation.

Skills

PLC programming
Troubleshooting
Electrical systems knowledge
Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering/Controls/Mechatronics

Tools

Allen-Bradley
Siemens
SCADA/HMI software

Job description

BrightFarms Inc is seeking a Controls Engineer to support automation across our greenhouse operations. The role is site-based with travel to our facilities in TX, GA, and IL.

You will design, implement, and optimize control systems integrating environmental controls, irrigation, harvesting, and packaging processes. The ideal candidate has a bachelor's in electrical/controls/mechatronics, 5+ years in industrial automation, PLC programming experience (Allen-Bradley/Siemens), and strong

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