Senior Controls Engineer

CandidTalent; Kentucky; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Pension plan

Child care support

Tuition assistance

Job summary

An engineering group in automation is seeking a skilled engineer to lead robotics and controls delivery. This role involves programming industrial robots, conducting PLC programming, and collaborating with clients. The ideal candidate has strong experience in relevant manufacturing environments, and is comfortable mentoring others. Remote work is possible with occasional office visits. This position offers a competitive salary between $90,000 and $135,000, along with comprehensive benefits including medical and 401(k).

Qualifications

• Five or more years of industry experience is required.
• Strong programming skills in Fanuc robots are ideal.
• Experience in an industrial setting with PLC programming.

Responsibilities

• Program industrial robots and lead development of robotic cells.
• Deliver PLC programming on platforms like Allen Bradley or Siemens.
• Select robots and integrate conveyance and motion equipment.

Skills

Robot programming

PLC programming

Customer interaction

Manufacturing background

Simulation tools

Job description

Overview

A growing engineering group within a larger corporation is building a centre of excellence for robotics, motion, and advanced automation. They work across automotive, EV battery, aerospace, defence, warehouse automation and heavy industry. The role is ideal for an engineer who can take ownership of both robotics and controls delivery and shape the direction of the group.

Location

Commutable to Northeast Ohio towns; remote considered with semi‑regular office visits.

Compensation

Base pay range: $90,000 – $135,000 per year. Salary 90k to 130k (actual pay based on skill and experience).

Responsibilities

• Program industrial robots and lead development of full robotic cells
• Deliver PLC programming on platforms like Allen Bradley or Siemens
• Support SCADA and Ignition development
• Select robots, work with mechanical teams on end‑of‑arm tooling, and integrate conveyance and motion equipment
• Lead commissioning and testing on customer sites
• Work directly with customers and mentor junior engineers
• Contribute to a group that is on track to split into multiple standalone teams over the coming years

Qualifications

• Strong robot programming skills, ideally Fanuc
• PLC programming experience in an industrial setting
• Background in manufacturing, machinery, tool and die, automotive, or similar environments
• Comfortable travelling 20–25%
• Experience with simulation tools, vision systems, AGVs or AMRs is a plus
• Ability to work well with customers and adapt to a fast‑paced integrator culture
• Five or more years industry experience

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Pension plan
• Child care support
• Tuition assistance

Additional Information

Two positions are to be filled before January. This group is scaling and will evolve into several specialist divisions, providing clear paths for progression into senior technical roles, champion positions, project leadership, and future management (if that is your interest).

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