Lead Controls Engineer – Allen-Bradley PLC

Liberty Personnel Services, Inc.; Estero (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

A growing engineering organization in Estero, Florida, is looking for a Controls Engineer to support the lifecycle of industrial control systems. Responsibilities include designing and programming PLC-based controls, performing load calculations, and creating AutoCAD Electrical drawings. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, 3+ years of engineering experience, and solid PLC programming skills. The role offers a competitive benefits package including medical and 401(k).

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant engineering experience or 10+ years of related technical experience.
• Strong proficiency with AutoCAD Electrical.
• Working knowledge of PLC programming.

Responsibilities

• Support electrical and controls design for new products.
• Develop and program PLC-based control systems.
• Create and maintain AutoCAD Electrical drawings.

Skills

AutoCAD Electrical

PLC programming (ladder logic, function block)

Electrical Engineering

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Job description

Overview

We are working with a growing engineering-driven organization seeking a Controls Engineer to support the full lifecycle of industrial control systems and panel-based solutions used in fluid handling and process applications. This role blends design, programming, testing, and cross-functional support across pre-sales, production, and post-installation efforts.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with a multidisciplinary team to support electrical and controls design for new products, custom solutions, and ongoing product improvements
• Develop and program PLC-based control systems for OEM equipment
• Perform control system design tasks including load calculations, component selection, and control panel layout
• Create and maintain AutoCAD Electrical drawings, schematics, and complete design packages
• Develop and execute test procedures for both hardware and software validation
• Generate technical documentation including bills of materials, system manuals, installation guides, and sequences of operation
• Support manufacturing teams with production drawings and training as needed
• Provide technical support across departments including project management, sales, and operations
• Identify opportunities for product enhancements, cost reduction, and overall system optimization
• Manage multiple projects while ensuring alignment with timelines, budgets, and specifications

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field, or equivalent hands‑on experience
• Minimum of 3+ years of relevant engineering experience (or 10+ years of related technical experience)
• Strong proficiency with AutoCAD Electrical
• Experience with industrial control panels and UL standards
• Working knowledge of PLC programming (ladder logic, function block)
• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes and design for manufacturability (DFM)
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills
• Effective communication skills and ability to work across teams

Preferred Experience

• Familiarity with UL 508A standards
• Experience with PLC platforms such as Rockwell, Siemens, Unitronics, or Codesys‑based systems
• Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off