Senior Controls Engineer

Jobot; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the plastics and engineering sector is seeking a Senior Controls Engineer to design and support high-level control systems for manufacturing equipment. This full-time role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with a focus on innovative engineering solutions. Candidates should have a B.S. in Electrical Engineering and significant experience in controls and electrical systems.

Benefits

Career growth opportunities

Innovative work environment

Dynamic team collaboration

Qualifications

• 7+ years of controls/electrical experience in manufacturing environments.
• Proficiency with PLCs and HMI tools.
• Knowledge of OSHA, NEC, NFPA79, and machine safety compliance.

Responsibilities

• Design and commission PLC/HMI-based automation systems.
• Lead troubleshooting and continuous improvement efforts.
• Ensure compliance with NEC, NFPA79, UL, and ISO standards.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Root cause analysis

Electrical schematics

Education

B.S. in Electrical Engineering

Tools

GE Fanuc

Siemens

Allen-Bradley

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Base pay range

$110,000.00/yr - $140,000.00/yr

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Job details

Full-Time & Direct Hire Senior Controls Engineer needed for Global Plastics & Engineering Innovator!

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Salary $110,000 - $140,000 per year

A Bit About Us

Based in Reading, PA 19610, we engineer precision thermoforming and plastic solutions that power everything from medical devices to cooling towers. With a global footprint and a drive for continuous innovation, we don’t just manufacture—we elevate entire industries. In this role, you will design, commission, and support high-level control systems for cutting-edge manufacturing equipment across the globe.

Job Title Senior Controls Engineer

Location Reading, PA 19610

Salary $110,000 - $140,000



Why join us?

• Innovative work in a global, multi-industry company
• Lead control systems that power critical infrastructure
• Dynamic environment with career growth opportunities
  
  

Job Details

• Design and commission PLC/HMI-based automation systems using GE Fanuc, Siemens, or Allen-Bradley
• Develop electrical schematics via AutoCAD Electrical and manage full control system documentation
• Lead troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement efforts
• Ensure compliance with NEC, NFPA79, UL, and ISO standards
• Collaborate on multi-disciplinary teams to innovate control strategies and improve production efficiency
• Maintain BOMs, safety systems, and start-up procedures
• Occasional travel (10%) to support project commissioning and optimization
  
  

What you need

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience
• 7+ years of controls/electrical experience in manufacturing environments
• Proficiency with PLCs (GE Fanuc, Siemens, AB RS500) and HMI tools (Panelview, WinCC, Wonderware)
• Skilled in AutoCAD Electrical and VB/LabVIEW programming
• Knowledge of OSHA, NEC, NFPA79, and machine safety compliance
  
  

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