Lead Controls Engineer

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Missouri; On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Priority Dispatch Corp. is seeking an experienced Electrical Controls Engineer to design and implement control systems for industrial automation in Saint Charles, MO.

You will lead hardware and software development for tableted press automation, configure PLCs and HMIs, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance. The role requires 5+ years in controls engineering with leadership background, proficiency in Studio 5000, Indusoft, MATLAB, and CAD tools, and strong skills in motor control and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering (preferred).
• 5+ years in controls engineering with leadership responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, and safety systems.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and select drives and motors.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop control systems using PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA.
• Lead development and modification of machine control hardware and automation software.
• Control Systems Design & Integration for the Tablet Press Division, including hardware selection.
• PLC and HMI configuration and programming.
• AC/DC drive and motor selection, configuration, and commissioning.
• Ensure compliance with NEC, NFPA 79, UL, CSA, and CE standards.
• Collaborate with Mechanical Engineering in Press Design and functionality.
• Provide remote troubleshooting and customer service support as needed.
• Develop product manuals, validation, and documentation.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers.

Skills

Three-phase motor control theory

Electrical schematics reading

Leadership experience

Safety systems experience

PLC programming

HMI development

SCADA knowledge

Remote troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Studio 5000

Indusoft Web Studio

MATLAB

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

SQL Database

Ethernet/IP

DeviceNet

ControlNet

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: MO 26 - Saint Charles, MO 63304Designing, developing, and implementing control systems for industrial automation projects. This role involves managing project scopes and budgets, & ensuring compliance with relevant standards and safety regulations. Develop new and modify existing electrical control systems, PLC, HMI programs for industrial controls systems.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design and develop control systems using PLCs (e.g., Allen-Bradley CompactLogix, ControlLogix, Beckhoff), HMIs, and SCADA systems
• Lead the development and modification of machine control hardware and automation software
• Control Systems Design & Integration for the Tablet Press Division including but not limited to programming and hardware selection
• PLC and HMI configuration and programming
• AC/DC drive and motor selection including servo, configuration, and commissioning.
• Maintaining compliance with various electrical industry and safety standards like NEC, NFPA 79, UL, CSA, and CE.
• Work with Mechanical Engineering in Press Design and functionality
• Assist customer and technical service with customer service issues when needed including remote troubleshooting of installed equipment
• Assist in developing product manuals, validation and documentation.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers.

QualificationsQualifications and requirements

• Thorough knowledge of electrical engineering principles, particularly three phase motor control theory
• Ability to read electrical schematics
• Must know Studio 5000
• HMI development with Indusoft Web Studio
• SQL Database development & reporting
• Servo Motion Control Experience
• Experience with safety systems.
• 5+ years of experience in controls engineering, with at least 2 years in a leadership role
• Proficiency in programming PLCs, HMIs, and using tools like MATLAB, SolidWorks, AutoCAD.
• Experience with industrial communication protocols (e.g., DeviceNet, ControlNet, Ethernet/IP

Experience

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering with experience in electrical engineering or electrical engineering technology preferred.

physical requirements

Working Conditions: Air conditioning, machinery noises. Exposure to electricity, wiring

Physical Effort: Stand, walk, climb, push/pull, grasp, kneel, squat, bend, twist/turn, reach above shoulder, lifting 0-50 lbs.