Lead Controls Engineer — Industrial Automation & Innovation

Energy Jobline ZR

Agoura Hills (CA)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 160,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Job summary

Energy Jobline ZR is seeking a Controls Engineer to support a range of industrial automation projects. You will design, program, test, and commission PLC, SCADA, and HMI control systems while collaborating directly with customers to deliver innovative automation solutions.

Responsibilities include developing control system architecture, PLC and HMI programming, wiring and documentation, designing control panels, integrating industrial hardware and networks, troubleshooting systems, and

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Chemical Engineering required.
5–15 years of controls engineering experience required.
Proficiency with PLC programming and SCADA/HMI platforms such as Rockwell Studio 5000, FactoryTalk View, Siemens TIA Portal, Ignition, AVEVA, or WinCC is required.
Experience with industrial communication protocols including EtherNet/IP, Modbus, and Profibus preferred.
Strong troubleshooting, communication, and customer-facing skills required.
Ability to travel up to 25% domestically.

Responsibilities

Design, program, test, and commission PLC, SCADA, and HMI control systems.
Develop control system architecture and documentation.
Design control panels and integrate industrial hardware and networks.
Troubleshoot automation systems and support commissioning and startup activities.
Collaborate with clients throughout project execution and may lead projects and mentor junior engineers.