Global Controls Project Engineer — Automation Lead

Ensign-Bickford Industries, Inc.; Saint Charles (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

AFB International seeks a Global Controls Project Engineer to lead electrical, controls, and automation initiatives across capital projects. Based in Missouri, you will independently manage smaller projects and contribute to larger manufacturing efforts, improving reliability and safety.

You will develop scopes, lead design reviews, and coordinate with suppliers while ensuring adherence to global standards and project schedules. This role offers growth within a global, high-growth organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Experience leading electrical/controls projects and capital initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, networks, drives, and control panels.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical, controls, and automation projects from concept through completion.
• Develop scopes, specs, and procurement documents for capital projects.
• Coordinate with vendors, contractors, and internal teams to meet scope, cost, and schedule.
• Ensure safety, quality, and regulatory compliance across projects.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI development

Electrical engineering

Automation systems

Project management

Education

B.S. Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

AutoCAD

SCADA

P&ID software

Job description

AFB International seeks a Global Controls Project Engineer to lead electrical, controls, and automation initiatives across capital projects. Based in Missouri, you will independently manage smaller projects and contribute to larger manufacturing efforts, improving reliability and safety.

You will develop scopes, lead design reviews, and coordinate with suppliers while ensuring adherence to global standards and project schedules. This role offers growth within a global, high-growth organization.