Lead Electrical Controls Engineer

Liberty Personnel Services, Inc.; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

HSA and FSA

Life insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Liberty Personnel Services, Inc. seeks a Lead Electrical Controls Engineer to provide technical leadership for industrial automation projects, mentor staff, and serve as the primary technical resource for customers.

The role combines hands-on PLC programming and system integration with project leadership from concept through startup. The ideal candidate has a strong background in Rockwell Automation platforms, PLC/HMI development, and experience leading projects while ensuring safety and quality

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years of industrial controls or automation experience.
• Experience leading automation projects and mentoring junior engineers.
• Strong experience with Rockwell Automation platforms including Studio 5000/RSLogix 500, FactoryTalk View Studio, and Connected Components Workbench.
• Strong understanding of PLC programming, HMI development, electrical controls, and industrial automation system design.
• Experience with industrial Ethernet networking and communication protocols.
• Willingness to travel for project startup, commissioning, and customer support.
• Ability to work safely in industrial environments and wear PPE.

Responsibilities

• Lead automation projects from design through commissioning.
• Mentor Controls Engineers and Automation Technicians.
• Design, program, and troubleshoot PLC, HMI, and industrial control systems.
• Establish programming standards, review code, and ensure consistency across projects.
• Review customer specifications and develop cost-effective automation solutions.
• Coordinate activities with customers, vendors, manufacturing, and project management.
• Lead system startup, commissioning, troubleshooting, and field service at customer facilities.
• Provide advanced technical support for complex automation and electrical control issues.
• Assist with proposal development, project estimating, and technical sales support.
• Evaluate automation hardware and negotiate with suppliers to secure competitive pricing.
• Maintain project documentation, testing procedures, and engineering standards.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Project management

PLC programming

HMI development

Industrial automation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Rockwell Automation

Studio 5000 / RSLogix 500

FactoryTalk View Studio

Connected Components Workbench

Microsoft Office

Industrial Ethernet

Job description

We are seeking a Lead Electrical Controls Engineer to provide technical leadership for industrial automation projects while mentoring engineering staff and serving as the primary technical resource for customers. This role combines hands‑on PLC programming and system integration with project leadership, commissioning, and customer support. The ideal candidate has a strong background in industrial automation, Rockwell control systems, and leading projects from concept through startup.

Responsibilities

• Lead automation and controls projects from design through commissioning, ensuring quality, schedule, and customer satisfaction.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to Controls Engineers and Automation Technicians.
• Design, develop, program, and troubleshoot PLC, HMI, and industrial control systems.
• Establish programming standards, review code, and ensure consistency across engineering projects.
• Review customer specifications and develop cost-effective automation solutions.
• Coordinate engineering activities with customers, vendors, manufacturing, and project management.
• Lead system startup, commissioning, troubleshooting, and field service activities at customer facilities.
• Provide advanced technical support for complex automation and electrical control issues.
• Assist with proposal development, project estimating, and technical sales support.
• Evaluate automation hardware and negotiate with suppliers to secure competitive pricing.
• Maintain project documentation, testing procedures, and engineering standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• 3+ years of industrial controls or automation engineering experience.
• Proven experience leading automation projects and mentoring junior engineers.
• Strong experience with Rockwell Automation platforms, including:
• Studio 5000 / RSLogix 500
• FactoryTalk View Studio
• Connected Components Workbench
• Microsoft Office
• Strong understanding of PLC programming, HMI development, electrical controls, and industrial automation system design.
• Experience with industrial Ethernet networking and communication protocols.
• SQL and VBA experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of industrial power distribution is preferred.
• Ability to travel as needed for project startup, commissioning, and customer support.
• Ability to work safely in industrial environments while wearing required PPE.

Preferred Skills

• Strong leadership and project management abilities.
• Excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Outstanding communication and customer relationship skills.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Self-motivated with a continuous improvement mindset.
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development and advancement opportunities

Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: On-site with travel to customer facilities as required.

To Apply: Please send your resumeto [e-mail].