Lead Controls Engineer

Insight Global; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global in Tampa, FL is seeking a Controls Engineer - Technical Lead to drive design, programming, implementation, and commissioning of complex control systems for water and wastewater projects. You will provide technical leadership across multiple projects, mentor engineering teams, interface with customers, and help set engineering standards from concept through startup.

This role demands strong PLC/HMI/SCADA expertise and the ability to lead projects end-to-end in a fast-growing

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in Automation, Instrumentation & Controls
• Experience in Water/Wastewater process automation projects
• Expertise programming PLCs (Rockwell, Siemens, GE, Modicon, Emerson Control Wave, etc.)

Responsibilities

• Design, programming, implementation and commissioning of complex control systems
• Provide technical leadership and guidance across multiple projects
• Mentor engineering teams and interface with customers to solve operational challenges

Skills

Automation

Instrumentation

Controls Engineering

PLC programming

Rockwell

Siemens

HMI/SCADA

FactoryTalk

Ignition

OT networks

Panel design

Water/Wastewater

Job description

Job Description

Insight Global is seeking a Controls Engineer - Technical Lead for a leading industrial automation and process controls organization. This individual will act as the senior technical leader for Water/Wastewater automation projects, overseeing the design, programming, implementation, and commissioning of complex control systems. The role will focus heavily on PLC programming, SCADA and HMI development, OT network design, control panel engineering, and overall project technical execution. This person will serve as a mentor and technical resource for engineering teams while interfacing directly with customers to solve complex operational challenges. The ideal candidate brings a strong background in industrial automation, excellent client-facing skills, and the ability to lead projects from concept through startup and commissioning. This is a highly visible role offering opportunities to influence engineering standards, support business growth initiatives, and help develop the next generation of automation engineers within a growing organization.

Skills and Requirements

Must-Haves:8+ years of experience in Automation, Instrumentation & ControlsStrong experience in Water/Wastewater process automation projectsExpertise programming PLCs (Rockwell, Siemens, GE, Modicon, Emerson Control Wave, etc.)Expertise with HMI/SCADA systems (FactoryTalk, Ignition, Wonderware, VTScada, Maple, etc.)Experience designing automation control systems, PLC panels, SCADA systems, and OT networksExperience with process instrumentation (flow, pressure, and level transmitters)Provide technical leadership and engineering guidance across multiple automation projects

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.