Senior Controls Engineer

CapstoneONE Search; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A leading manufacturing organization is seeking a Senior Controls Engineer in Richmond, Virginia to maintain PLC based control systems, program PLC ladder logic, and support operations in troubleshooting. This mid-senior level position requires a technical degree and extensive experience with Allen Bradley PLCs. The firm offers a competitive salary between $125,000 and $140,000, along with benefits like medical and vision insurance, and a 401(k).

Qualifications

• Technical Degree is required for consideration.
• Candidate should be well‑versed in Allen Bradley PLCs.
• Experience in programming, installation, startup, and debug of integrated robotic production systems.
• Proficient in reading, interpreting and editing electrical schematics and diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Provide key input into the development of departmental strategic goals.
• Maintain PLC based control systems for manufacturing automation.
• Program PLC ladder logic (Allen Bradley).
• Lead projects and assist skilled trades in electrical disciplines.
• Support operations in electrical/controls troubleshooting.

Skills

Programming PLC ladder logic

Electrical schematics interpretation

Robotic production systems startup and debug

Education

Technical Degree

Tools

Allen Bradley PLCs

Job description

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Base pay range

$125,000.00/yr - $140,000.00/yr

Additional compensation types

Annual Bonus

We are representing a FORTUNE 500 manufacturing organization who is actively seeking a Senior Controls Engineer due to a recently announced promotion. This position will report to the Senior Engineering Manager who is looking to begin the interview process ASAP. Our client has been named as one of the TOP PLACES TO WORK which recognizes compensation, culture, benefits, and employee satisfaction.

POSITION OVERVIEW

• Provide key input into the development of departmental strategic goals along with identifying key measurable to support the departmental goals.
• Maintain PLC based control systems for manufacturing automation and instrumentation.
• Program PLC ladder logic (Allen Bradley)
• Lead projects and assist skilled trades in electrical disciplines.
• Support operations in electrical/controls troubleshooting and continuous improvement activities.
• Work closely with engineering team to define system control needs.
• Assist corporate controls in engineering changes and new programs.
• Guides design, develops and tests electrical control methods, materials, processes and results.
• Champion assigned engineering changes communicate and coordinate accordingly to all

QUALIFICATIONS

• Technical Degree is required for consideration.
• Candidate should be well‑versed in Allen Bradley PLCs.
• Experience in programming, installation, startup, and debug of integrated robotic production systems.
• Proficient in reading, interpreting and editing electrical schematics and diagrams.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Engineering and Manufacturing

Industries

Manufacturing

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)