Senior Automation & Controls Engineer

Siemens AG; Pomona (CA); Sur place; USD 103 000 - 139 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Siemens AG in Pomona, CA is seeking a Senior Automation/Controls Engineer to own the site’s automation systems and drive IT/OT integration across manufacturing. You will lead design, programming, commissioning, and support of PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems, and independently run projects from concept through startup.

You will mentor engineers, push for automation standards, and ensure safety and cyber-security compliance while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field.

Responsabilités

• Own the site’s automation systems, architecture, and technology roadmap for PLC, HMI, and SCADA control systems.

Connaissances

Node-RED

REST APIs

Python

Java

Software integrations

Siemens TIA Portal

STEP 7

SCADA

MES

Industrial Edge

Profinet

Ethernet/IP

Modbus TCP

OPC UA

Profibus

Project leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Outils

Siemens PLC platforms

SIEMENS WinCC

Industrial Edge technologies

Description du poste

• Pomona - California - United States of America

Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. Improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation! We know that the only way a business thrives is if our people are thriving. That’s why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you?

Transform the everyday with us!

Join our Smart Infrastructure Change & Technology team, where you’ll help advance automation and digital transformation across our manufacturing operations.

We are looking for a Senior Automation/Controls Engineer. This position will be based in Pomona, CA.

You’ll make a difference by:

• Owning the site’s automation systems, technical architecture, and technology roadmap while leading the design, programming, commissioning, and support of PLC, HMI, and SCADA control systems.
• Independently driving automation projects—including AMR, PLC, Andon, and digital manufacturing initiatives from concept through startup and operational support.
• Integrating robotics, machine vision systems, autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), and automated equipment into manufacturing processes.
• Driving IT/OT integration and continuous improvement of MES and Edge applications using APIs, Node-RED, and modern software development practices.
• Troubleshooting complex controls, networking, and automation issues to minimize downtime, while partnering with production, maintenance, quality, engineering, and IT teams to improve performance and reliability.
• Mentoring engineers, establishing automation standards and best practices, and ensuring compliance with safety, cybersecurity, and industry standards.

You’ll win us over by having the following qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of experience in industrial automation and controls engineering.
• Advanced experience with Siemens PLC platforms, TIA Portal, and STEP 7.
• Experience with Node-RED, REST APIs, Python, Java, and software integrations.
• Experience with SCADA, MES, and industrial Edge technologies.
• Strong knowledge of industrial networking and communication protocols, including Profinet, Ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP, OPC UA, and Profibus.
• Proven project leadership, problem-solving, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Siemens WinCC and Industrial Edge technologies.
• Knowledge of OT cybersecurity and Industry 4.0 initiatives.
• Experience with Software-Defined Automation (SDA), SIMATIC AX, and Virtual PLCs.
• Experience with AMRs, industrial robotics (Yaskawa, FANUC, KUKA, Universal Robots), and machine vision systems.
• AutoCAD Electrical experience.

Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. Improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation! We know that the only way a business thrives is if our people are thriving. That’s why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you?

Transform the everyday with us!

Join our Smart Infrastructure Change & Technology team, where you’ll help advance automation and digital transformation across our manufacturing operations.

We are looking for a Senior Automation/Controls Engineer. This position will be based in Pomona, CA.

You’ll make a difference by:

• Owning the site’s automation systems, technical architecture, and technology roadmap while leading the design, programming, commissioning, and support of PLC, HMI, and SCADA control systems.
• Independently driving automation projects—including AMR, PLC, Andon, and digital manufacturing initiatives from concept through startup and operational support.
• Integrating robotics, machine vision systems, autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), and automated equipment into manufacturing processes.
• Driving IT/OT integration and continuous improvement of MES and Edge applications using APIs, Node-RED, and modern software development practices.
• Troubleshooting complex controls, networking, and automation issues to minimize downtime, while partnering with production, maintenance, quality, engineering, and IT teams to improve performance and reliability.
• Mentoring engineers, establishing automation standards and best practices, and ensuring compliance with safety, cybersecurity, and industry standards.

You’ll win us over by having the following qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of experience in industrial automation and controls engineering.
• Advanced experience with Siemens PLC platforms, TIA Portal, and STEP 7.
• Experience with Node-RED, REST APIs, Python, Java, and software integrations.
• Experience with SCADA, MES, and industrial Edge technologies.
• Strong knowledge of industrial networking and communication protocols, including Profinet, Ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP, OPC UA, and Profibus.
• Proven project leadership, problem-solving, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Siemens WinCC and Industrial Edge technologies.
• Knowledge of OT cybersecurity and Industry 4.0 initiatives.
• Experience with Software-Defined Automation (SDA), SIMATIC AX, and Virtual PLCs.
• Experience with AMRs, industrial robotics (Yaskawa, FANUC, KUKA, Universal Robots), and machine vision systems.
• AutoCAD Electrical experience.

You’ll Benefit From

Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to our employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.benefitsquickstart.com/siemens/index.html
The pay range for this position is $103K - $139k annually. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Siemens is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

EEO is the Law

Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any characteristic protected by Federal or other applicable law.

Reasonable Accommodations

If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing a job application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please fill out the accommodations form by clicking on this link Accommodationfor disability form . If you’re unable to complete the form, you can reach out to our AskHR team for support at 1-866-743-6367. Please note our AskHR representatives do not have visibility of application or interview status.

Application Deadline

This role will be posted for a minimum of five (5) days from the original posting date. The posting timeline may change based on applicant volume to ensure we attract and consider a strong and representative candidate pool.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Siemens is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

EEO is the Law

Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any characteristic protected by Federal or other applicable law.

Reasonable Accommodations

If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing a job application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please fill out the accommodations form by clicking on this link Accommodationfor disability form . If you’re unable to complete the form, you can reach out to our AskHR team for support at 1-866-743-6367. Please note our AskHR representatives do not have visibility of application or interview status.

Pay Transparency

Siemens follows Pay Transparency laws.

Application Deadline

This role will be posted for a minimum of five (5) days from the original posting date. The posting timeline may change based on applicant volume to ensure we attract and consider a strong and representative candidate pool.

California Privacy Notice

California residents have the right to receive additional notices about theirpersonal information. To learn more, click here .