Lead Electrical Controls Engineer

Simcona Electronics Corporation; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement savings options

Job summary

Simcona Electronics Corporation is looking for a Lead Electrical Controls Engineer based in Rochester, NY. You will provide technical leadership, design electrical control systems, and mentor engineers. This role involves overseeing PLC programming and troubleshooting to ensure high-quality automation performance.

Join a team that values problem-solving and continuous improvement while enjoying competitive pay and benefits. As an employee-owner, you will also participate in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

Qualifications

• Experience designing, programming, and implementing control systems for industrial applications.
• Hands-on experience with RSLogix, Studio 5000, Siemens TIA Portal, or similar platforms.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day technical leadership for electrical engineering.
• Lead design and development of electrical control systems.
• Oversee development and troubleshooting of PLC and HMI programs.

Skills

Electrical Controls & Automation

PLC & HMI Programming

Leadership

Troubleshooting

Communication

Tools

RSLogix

Studio 5000

Siemens TIA Portal

AutoCAD Electrical

Microsoft Excel

Job description

At Simcona, our team plays a key role in our success. People who succeed at Simcona all have something in common – they are customer-centric, forward thinkers, and passionate about what they do. Headquartered in Rochester, New York, we strive to build an inclusive environment that empowers everyone to do their best work.

Open Positions

Lead Electrical Controls Engineer

Key Responsibilities:

• Technical Leadership – Provide day to day technical leadership for electrical engineers and designers, ensuring quality, consistency, and efficiency across projects.
• Control System Design – Lead the design and development of electrical control systems based on customer specifications, selecting components and defining testing methods.
• PLC & HMI Programming – Oversee development, troubleshooting, and optimization of PLC and HMI programs to ensure reliable automation performance.
• Technical Problem-Solving – Drive resolution of complex technical challenges and establish scalable, long term solutions.
• Compliance & Standards – Ensure all designs meet UL 508A, NEC, IEC, and internal engineering standards.
• Mentorship & Development – Coach and develop engineers through regular feedback, technical guidance, and career development support.
• Workload & Resource Planning – Assist in prioritization, delegation, and balancing of engineering resources across projects.
• Design Reviews & Best Practices – Lead Design Reviews and drive continuous improvement of engineering processes, templates, and standards.
• Customer Collaboration – Act as a senior technical point of contact with customers, suppliers, and internal teams to deliver best in class solutions.

What We’re Looking For:

• Expertise in Electrical Controls & Automation – Experience designing, programming, and implementing control systems for industrial applications.
• PLC & HMI Proficiency – Hands‑on experience with RSLogix, Studio 5000, Siemens TIA Portal, or similar platforms is a must.
• Software Skills – Proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical or comparable design software, Microsoft Excel/Word/Outlook; EPLAN experience is a plus.
• Proven Leadership Experience – Experience leading engineers, mentoring team members, or managing technical teams.
• Strong Troubleshooting & Technical Aptitude – Ability to diagnose and resolve electrical and automation-related issues.
• Self‑Sufficient & Detail‑Oriented – Works independently with a high level of integrity and attention to detail.
• Effective Communicator – Strong verbal and written communication skills, with a professional presence when working with customers and internal stakeholders.
• Ownership Mindset – Takes accountability for team performance, project outcomes, and continuous improvement.
• Ability To Balance Leadership & Technical Work – Comfortable remaining hands‑on while leading others.
• Limited Travel Requirement – Travel is minimal, only 10% of the time to remote job sites as needed.

Why Join the Team?

• Work on cutting‑edge automation projects in a growing industry.
• Join a team that values problem‑solving and continuous improvement.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – As an employee‑owner, you directly share in the success and long‑term growth of the company.
• Competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

If you’re ready to apply your technical expertise in PLC programming and controls design while leading a team in a dynamic and collaborative environment, we’d love to hear from you!

Simcona offers a comprehensive benefits package that supports employee health, financial security, and work‑life balance. Employees enjoy competitive pay, medical, dental, and vision coverage, retirement savings options, and paid time off.