Senior Controls & Automation Lead — PLC/HMI Expert

gpac

Waukesha (WI)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 140,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

gpac is seeking a Senior Controls Engineer in Wisconsin to design and program industrial control systems for automated machinery. You will lead controls scope from requirements through commissioning, using Rockwell/AB platforms (ControlLogix/CompactLogix, Studio 5000, FactoryTalk View).

You will mentor engineers, review electrical schematics, improve standards, and support customer startups with travel up to 10%.

Qualifications

5+ years of experience designing and programming industrial control systems for automated machinery, OEM equipment, or systems-integration projects.
Proficiency with Rockwell/Allen Bradley PLC and HMI platforms; Siemens experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Lead the controls scope for complex equipment projects from initial requirements and system architecture through programming, testing, commissioning, and customer acceptance.
Design and program PLC and HMI applications using Rockwell Automation platforms, including ControlLogix/CompactLogix, Studio 5000, and FactoryTalk View.
Define control strategies, documentation, and project deliverables.
Serve as a senior technical resource for difficult troubleshooting, root-cause investigation, and resolution of controls issues in the factory, remotely, and at customer sites.
Review electrical schematics, panel designs, controls documentation, and code for safety, accuracy, maintainability, and compliance with project requirements.