Senior Automation & Controls Architect

MSI Express, Inc; Saint Charles (MO); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

MSI Express, Inc. in Saint Charles, MO seeks a Senior Controls Engineer to lead design, implementation, and optimization of industrial control systems across PLCs, HMIs, robotics, and motion control.

You will drive strategic automation initiatives, mentor engineers, and ensure project excellence from concept to commissioning. The role demands strong programming skills, project leadership, and deep knowledge of Allen-Bradley systems, SCADA, and CAD tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's in Electrical Engineering, Automation, or related field; or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years in advanced controls engineering in manufacturing or systems integration.
• Strong leadership and communication skills; experience mentoring engineers.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and integration of advanced control systems for industrial automation.
• Program PLCs, HMIs, robots, and control devices; guide software projects.
• Manage cross-functional projects and document standards.

Skills

Advanced control concepts

PLC/robotics programming

Team leadership

Communication

Allen-Bradley systems

SCADA knowledge

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering/Automation

Tools

AutoCAD

SCADA software

HMI development tools

Job description

MSI Express, Inc. in Saint Charles, MO seeks a Senior Controls Engineer to lead design, implementation, and optimization of industrial control systems across PLCs, HMIs, robotics, and motion control.

You will drive strategic automation initiatives, mentor engineers, and ensure project excellence from concept to commissioning. The role demands strong programming skills, project leadership, and deep knowledge of Allen-Bradley systems, SCADA, and CAD tools.