Senior Automation & Controls Engineer – Remote

GAF; Salt Lake City (UT); Remote; USD 135,000 - 173,000; Full time

Job summary

GAF is seeking a Corporate Automation and Controls Engineer IV to lead control systems initiatives across production facilities. You will mentor Plant Controls staff, guide cross‑functional teams, and push for technical innovation to improve plant performance.

The role requires deep engineering mastery, travel up to 60%, and a Bachelor’s in Engineering with 5+ years of relevant experience. The base salary range is published, with comprehensive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent is required.
• 5+ years of controls engineering in a continuous manufacturing environment required.
• Proficiency with Rockwell Automation software and Allen-Bradley drives is required.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary internal engineering resource for control systems across plants.
• Lead strategic projects spanning multiple plants and establish engineering standards.
• Provide training and mentoring to plant controls personnel to strengthen troubleshooting skills.
• Coordinate with controls group and vendors to implement standards and drive performance.

Skills

Control systems

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

Studio 5000

RSLogix 500

FTView

CCW

FTAC

PowerFlex

Wonderware

Job description

GAF is seeking a Corporate Automation and Controls Engineer IV to lead control systems initiatives across production facilities. You will mentor Plant Controls staff, guide cross‑functional teams, and push for technical innovation to improve plant performance.

The role requires deep engineering mastery, travel up to 60%, and a Bachelor’s in Engineering with 5+ years of relevant experience. The base salary range is published, with comprehensive benefits offered.