Lead Controls Engineer – Automation & Robotics

Automation; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Automation NTH in Nashville, TN is seeking a Senior Controls Engineer to design, implement, and validate advanced control systems for automated machinery including robotics and vision systems.

You will lead projects from concept to production, write robust PLC code, develop intuitive HMI interfaces (Ignition preferred), and mentor junior engineers while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field or 8+ years of relevant experience.
• 2+ years of professional experience in control systems design and integration.
• Expertise in PLC programming, HMI development, and SCADA systems.
• Familiarity with OSHA, NFPA, ANSI safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy control systems for automated machinery including robotics and vision systems.
• Architect, write, and debug PLC code for manufacturing applications (Allen-Bradley emphasis).
• Create user-friendly HMI screens and troubleshooting feedback.
• Lead projects and mentor junior engineers; coordinate with cross-functional teams.
• Ensure safety and compliance with industry standards across projects.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI development

System integration

Robotics knowledge

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Beckhoff

Siemens

Ignition

Job description

Automation NTH in Nashville, TN is seeking a Senior Controls Engineer to design, implement, and validate advanced control systems for automated machinery including robotics and vision systems.

You will lead projects from concept to production, write robust PLC code, develop intuitive HMI interfaces (Ignition preferred), and mentor junior engineers while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.