Electrical Controls Engineer II

Liberty Personnel Services, Inc.; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A national industrial automation firm is looking for a skilled Controls Engineer to design, implement, and support control systems for various customer environments. The role requires strong technical skills in Allen-Bradley and Siemens PLCs, along with hands-on experience configuring HMI/SCADA systems. Candidates should possess excellent communication skills and a customer-focused approach, and be prepared to travel as needed. This position promises engaging work in a fast-paced environment with opportunities to improve customer satisfaction and operational outcomes.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in engineering, commissioning, or troubleshooting industrial automation and control systems.
• Hands-on experience with PLC programming and HMI development.
• Familiarity with AC and DC drives and motion control systems.

Responsibilities

• Engineer, configure, and commission industrial control systems.
• Provide on-site troubleshooting and technical support.
• Act as a technical liaison, managing scope and timelines.
• Perform all work in accordance with established safety policies, customer requirements, and industry regulations.

Skills

Customer-facing communication skills

Analytical problem-solving

Ability to work under pressure

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical discipline

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Siemens PLCs

HMI/SCADA systems (FactoryTalk View, Wonderware)

Wonderware

Job description

An industrial automation services organization is seeking a Controls Engineer to support the design, implementation, and commissioning of control systems across diverse customer environments. This role blends hands-on engineering with field support and requires responsiveness to unplanned equipment downtime. The ideal candidate can balance multiple priorities, adapt quickly in fast-paced situations, and maintain a strong customer-focused approach.

Key Responsibilities

Engineer, configure, and commission industrial control systems that meet functional requirements, quality expectations, and applicable regulatory standards.

Provide on-site troubleshooting and technical support for production and process equipment using common industrial automation platforms.

Act as a technical liaison for assigned projects and service engagements, clearly communicating with customers to manage scope, timelines, and resolution of issues.

Perform all work in accordance with established safety policies, customer requirements, and industry regulations.

Performance Indicators

High levels of customer satisfaction and repeat service engagements

Successful delivery of projects within planned cost and margin targets

Effective utilization of engineering time in alignment with operational goals

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical discipline preferred.

Five or more years of experience engineering, commissioning, or troubleshooting industrial automation and control systems.

Professional Attributes

Strong customer-facing communication skills with the ability to perform effectively under pressure

Analytical and structured approach to diagnosing and resolving technical issues

Willingness to travel and work flexible hours based on customer needs

Detail-oriented, patient, and capable of managing multiple tasks concurrently

Technical Requirements

Hands‑on experience with Allen-Bradley and Siemens PLC platforms.

Experience configuring and supporting HMI/SCADA systems, including FactoryTalk View and Wonderware.

Working knowledge of PLC programming, HMI development, and system integration concepts.

Familiarity with AC and DC drives, motion control systems, and industrial communication networks.

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