Lead Automation Engineer – Life Sciences (Player-Coach)

Xperior Global; North Carolina; Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with immediate vesting

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Generous PTO and paid holidays

Ongoing training and professional development

Job summary

Xperior Global is seeking a Lead Automation Engineer to oversee system design and development, focusing on process automation in North Carolina. In this hybrid role, you will lead from the front, mentor junior engineers, and act as a primary technical interface with clients in the Life Sciences industry. Ideal candidates will have over 8 years of experience in automation, a strong technical background in the Rockwell Automation stack, and excellent client-facing skills. Competitive salary and benefits are included.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in process automation and controls engineering.
• Strong background in Life Sciences.
• Experience supporting startup and commissioning in live environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, configuration, and testing of control systems.
• Mentor junior engineers and guide engineering direction.
• Act as a primary technical interface with clients.

Skills

Process automation

Technical leadership

Client relations

PLC programming

System integration

Mentoring

Tools

Rockwell Automation

SCADA platforms

Job description

Xperior Global is seeking a Lead Automation Engineer to oversee system design and development, focusing on process automation in North Carolina. In this hybrid role, you will lead from the front, mentor junior engineers, and act as a primary technical interface with clients in the Life Sciences industry. Ideal candidates will have over 8 years of experience in automation, a strong technical background in the Rockwell Automation stack, and excellent client-facing skills. Competitive salary and benefits are included.