Lead Electrical Controls Engineer

Liberty Personnel Services, Inc.

Grimes (IA)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 115,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle (available for personal use)

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company contribution

Paid time off and holidays

Life insurance

Job summary

Liberty Personnel Services, Inc. is seeking a leader in automation integration to drive technical execution and mentor engineering teams. This role covers the design and development of PLC and HMI applications for SCADA systems, ensuring support for critical infrastructure.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in PLC programming, HMI/SCADA experience, and the ability to manage multiple projects. Excellent communication skills are essential. The position offers competitive salary, comprehensive health coverage, and a company vehicle for personal use.

Qualifications

Strong PLC programming background with Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Modicon, or similar.
Experience with HMI/SCADA platforms like FactoryTalk, Wonderware, or Ignition.
Ability to lead controls projects and coordinate technical teams.

Responsibilities

Lead design and development of PLC and HMI applications for SCADA systems.
Manage project execution, schedules, and client coordination.
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering teams.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI/SCADA platforms

Technical leadership

Troubleshooting

Strong communication

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, or related field

Job description

Join a well-established, forward-thinking automation integrator with decades of success delivering cutting-edge control systems across municipal water, wastewater, and industrial infrastructure. This is an opportunity to step into a high-impact leadership role where you will drive technical execution, mentor engineering teams, and lead critical automation projects that communities rely on every day.

Why This Role Stands Out

Leadership & Ownership – Lead multidisciplinary controls projects from concept through commissioning
Technical Influence – Guide automation standards, system architecture, and best practices
Modern Technology Stack – Work across leading PLC/HMI platforms and advanced communications systems
Highly Visible Work – Your solutions directly support essential infrastructure and public utilities
Company Vehicle + Personal Use – Take home a fully provided vehicle you can use outside of work
Strong Stability – Backed by decades of industry success and consistent project flow

What You’ll Do

Lead the design and development of PLC and HMI applications for complex SCADA systems
Oversee control system commissioning, including instrumentation, drives, and motor controls
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to controls engineers and field personnel
Manage project execution, schedules, technical deliverables, and client coordination
Implement and troubleshoot industrial communication networks including fiber, radio telemetry, and broadband systems
Serve as the primary technical advisor to clients throughout project lifecycle and ongoing support
Support proposal development, system architecture decisions, and process improvements

What We’re Looking For

Strong PLC programming background (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Modicon, GE, or similar)
Experience with HMI/SCADA platforms (FactoryTalk, Wonderware, Cimplicity, Ignition, etc.)
Proven ability to lead controls projects and coordinate technical teams
Strong troubleshooting and commissioning experience within industrial environments
Ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining high attention to detail
Strong communication skills with clients, engineering teams, and end users
Degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, or related field preferred

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