Senior Automation & Controls Engineer — Industrial SCADA

irhythmtech; California (MO); On-site; USD 138,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

iRhythm Technologies seeks a Senior Automation and Controls Engineer based in Cypress, CA to lead software and system development for manufacturing automation. You will design, program, troubleshoot PLCs, implement SCADA and HMI interfaces, and ensure secure, reliable control networks across packaging and production lines.

The role requires 8+ years in automation engineering, strong PLC/SCADA experience, and expertise in networking, cybersecurity, and industrial IT practices to support safe,

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in automation/controls engineering.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Mechatronics/Industrial/Automation/Computer Engineering.
• Strong knowledge of PLCs, control systems, networking, and cybersecurity best practices.

Responsibilities

• Design, program, and troubleshoot PLC systems (Allen‑Bradley, Siemens, Schneider).
• Develop and maintain control logic for manufacturing and industrial processes.
• Perform system integration and commissioning of automation equipment.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for control system failures.
• Configure and maintain industrial communication protocols and network architecture.
• Develop and maintain HMI screens and integrate with PLCs/SCADA.
• Design, implement, and maintain SCADA systems for real-time monitoring.

Skills

Control systems

Digital electronics

Analog electronics

Programming (C/C++, Python)

Ladder logic

Robotics & automation

Instrumentation & sensors

Networking protocols

Education

Bachelors in Electrical/Mech/Mechatronics/Industrial/Automation/Computer Eng

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Siemens PLCs

Schneider PLCs

FactoryTalk Optix

Ignition

Wonderware

SCADA systems

HMI interfacing

OPC UA

Job description

iRhythm Technologies seeks a Senior Automation and Controls Engineer based in Cypress, CA to lead software and system development for manufacturing automation. You will design, program, troubleshoot PLCs, implement SCADA and HMI interfaces, and ensure secure, reliable control networks across packaging and production lines.

The role requires 8+ years in automation engineering, strong PLC/SCADA experience, and expertise in networking, cybersecurity, and industrial IT practices to support safe,