Senior Controls Engineer

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

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Senior Controls Engineer to lead control system projects across manufacturing facilities. You will install new systems, upgrade existing ones, and optimize processes with expertise in PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA.

The role requires hands-on experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs and AVEVA/ArchestrA (Wonderware), plus .NET and SQL in Ethernet/IP environments. Travel up to 25% is expected.

Qualifications

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

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 development

SCADA systems

Allen-Bradley PLCs

AVEVA/ArchestrA

.NET programming

SQL databases

Ethernet/IP

Travel 25%

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Controls Engineering

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

AVEVA/ArchestrA

Job description

Job details:

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

Job Details

Responsibilities:

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

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or related field.
2. Proficient in PLC programming, HMI, SCADA, and electrical controls.
3. Hands-on experience with Allen Bradley PLC's, HMI development, AVEVA/ArchestrA (Wonderware).
4. Experience with .NET programming, SQL Databases, and Ethernet/IP Communication.
5. 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.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.