Lead Controls Engineer - Automation & SCADA Innovator

H.T. Prof Executive Search; Grand Forks (ND); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

H. T. PROF Group in Grand Forks, ND is seeking a seasoned Controls Engineer to own PLC, VFD, and HMI programs and to serve as the subject-matter expert for automation.

You will collaborate with technicians, supervisors, and managers to solve high-impact challenges and drive reliability across production lines. You will design and test advanced modifications for high-speed lines, lead automation projects, implement preventive maintenance, and diagnose complex electrical and control issues with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related discipline (BSEE preferred).
• 5+ years of related experience with a technical degree or certification, or 10+ years without a degree.
• Advanced proficiency with Rockwell Software: Studio 5000, RSLogix 5000/500, FactoryTalk View Studio.
• Hands-on experience designing and laying out control panels for new production equipment.

Responsibilities

• Design, test, and integrate modifications for high-speed production lines.
• Lead automation projects with implementation and strategic recommendations.
• Perform proactive maintenance to maximize uptime and reliability.
• Troubleshoot electrical, control systems, and robotics across material transfer applications.
• Independently diagnose issues even with limited documentation.

Skills

Rockwell Automation expertise

PLC programming

Electrical troubleshooting

SCADA experience

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related

Tools

Studio 5000

RSLogix 5000/500

FactoryTalk View Studio

Allen-Bradley PLCs

VFDs

HMIs

Meggers / multimeters

Loop simulators

Job description

H. T. PROF Group in Grand Forks, ND is seeking a seasoned Controls Engineer to own PLC, VFD, and HMI programs and to serve as the subject-matter expert for automation.

You will collaborate with technicians, supervisors, and managers to solve high-impact challenges and drive reliability across production lines. You will design and test advanced modifications for high-speed lines, lead automation projects, implement preventive maintenance, and diagnose complex electrical and control issues with