Senior Controls Engineer

Jobot; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent compensation package

Yearly profit sharing

Yearly bonus

FREE benefits

4+ weeks of vacation

Tuition reimbursement

Great environment

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an experienced Sr. Controls Engineer for our Ames, IA facility to lead control system projects. The role focuses on developing, installing, and commissioning PLC, HMI, and SCADA solutions to optimize manufacturing processes. You will design architectures, support multiple locations, and mentor junior engineers.

Relocation is provided. The ideal candidate has Allen-Bradley PLCs, AVEVA/ArchestrA experience, and strong .NET/SQL/Ethernet/IP skills. Travel up to 25% is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Controls Engineering.
• Proficient in PLC programming, HMI, SCADA and electrical controls.
• Hands-on experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs, HMI development and AVEVA/ArchestrA.
• Experience with .NET programming, SQL Databases and Ethernet/IP communication.
• Open to travel up to 25%.

Responsibilities

• Develop, install, and commission control systems to optimize manufacturing processes and increase productivity.
• Programming and integrating PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA systems for automated equipment.
• Provide Controls and Automation Systems technical support to other company locations.
• Design and selection of plant control system architecture (control panels, hardware, communication protocols, etc.).
• Providing technical expertise and guidance to junior engineers and other team members.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI

SCADA

electrical controls

.NET programming

SQL databases

Ethernet/IP

travel up to 25%

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Controls Engineering

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

HMI development

AVEVA/ArchestrA (Wonderware)

.NET

SQL databases

Ethernet/IP

Job description

Sr. Controls Engineer - Up to $160k/yr - Free Benefits - Relocation Provided

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Drew Fetter

Salary: $130,000 - $160,000 per year

A bit about us

We are seeking an experienced Controls Engineer to work on controls and automation projects within the facility. This position will install new systems and upgrade existing systems throughout the companies manufacturing facilities.

Why join us?

• Excellent compensation package
• Yearly profit sharing
• Yearly bonus
• FREE benefits
• 4+ weeks of vacation
• Tuition reimbursement
• Great environment

Responsibilities

• Develop, install, and commission control systems to optimize manufacturing processes and increase productivity.
• Programming and integrating PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA systems for automated equipment.
• Provide Controls and Automation Systems technical support to other company locations.
• Design and selection of plant control system architecture (control panels, hardware, communication protocols, etc.).
• Providing technical expertise and guidance to junior engineers and other team members.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or related field.
• Proficient in PLC programming, HMI, SCADA, and electrical controls.
• Hands-on experience with Allen Bradley PLC's, HMI development, AVEVA/ArchestrA (Wonderware).
• Experience with .NET programming, SQL Databases, and Ethernet/IP Communication.
• Open to 25% travel.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

It is Jobot's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.