Lead Controls Engineer NEW!

Dutech Systems; Holcomb (KS); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Dutech Systems in Holcomb, KS is seeking a Lead Controls Engineer to lead PLC-based control system projects, SCADA integrations, and factory automation initiatives.

Responsibilities include designing, commissioning, and troubleshooting industrial automation solutions, integrating ladder logic, I/O mapping, HMI (Ignition/iFix) platforms, and ensuring SDLC adherence across projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related technical field (or equivalent experience).
• 6+ years of experience in Information Systems, industrial automation, or related technical roles.
• Strong experience with SCADA, SQL, 4GL programming, scripting, and server-based technologies.
• Hands-on experience programming, commissioning, and troubleshooting PLC-based control systems.
• Strong knowledge of ladder logic, structured programming, I/O mapping, and HMI integration.
• Experience troubleshooting automated production and material-handling systems in manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of industrial communication networks and plant-floor device integration.
• Experience developing and executing integrated test plans.
• Strong understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication, and project coordination skills.

Skills

PLC Programming

Schneider Electric

Modicon

SCADA

Ignition

iFix

SQL

4GL

Scripting

Industrial Automation

HMI

Ladder Logic

Structured Programming

I/O Mapping

Industrial Networks

Conveyors

Motors

Drives

Sensors

Keyence

Cognex

SICK

Barcode Systems

Plant Automation

SDLC

Troubleshooting

Manufacturing Controls

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related technical field

Job description

Lead Controls Engineer

HOLCOMB, KS

DatePosted : 9/21/2026 4:26:57 PM

JobNumber : DTS1017347821

JobType : Contract

Skills: PLC Programming, Schneider Electric, Modicon, SCADA, Ignition, iFix, SQL, 4GL, Scripting, Industrial Automation, HMI, Ladder Logic, Structured Programming, I/O Mapping, Industrial Networks, Conveyors, Motors, Drives, Sensors, Keyence, Cognex, SICK, Barcode Systems, Plant Automation, SDLC, Troubleshooting, Manufacturing Controls

Job Description

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related technical field (or equivalent experience).
• 6+ years of experience in Information Systems, industrial automation, or related technical roles.
• Strong experience with SCADA, SQL, 4GL programming, scripting, and server-based technologies.
• Hands-on experience programming, commissioning, and troubleshooting PLC-based control systems.
• Strong knowledge of ladder logic, structured programming, I/O mapping, and HMI integration.
• Experience troubleshooting automated production and material-handling systems in manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of industrial communication networks and plant-floor device integration.
• Experience developing and executing integrated test plans.
• Strong understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication, and project coordination skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting Ignition and iFix SCADA/HMI platforms.
• Experience with industrial barcode, scanning, and vision systems.
• Experience leading controls modernization and automation upgrade projects.
• Experience supporting both legacy and modern industrial control environments.