Senior Controls Engineer

Greenlife Healthcare Staffing, Inc.; Town of Vermont (WI); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Benefits Package

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Impact Recruiting Solutions is seeking a Senior Controls Engineer to lead automation initiatives in Addison, TX. You will design and commission PLC/DCS/HMI systems, mentor junior engineers, and drive project profitability.

Ideal candidates have 8+ years in industrial automation, 2–3 years with Emerson DeltaV, and PM experience on multi-million dollar projects. Travel up to local sites is expected in this full-time, on-site role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Control Engineering or related field.
• 8+ years in industrial automation (PLC, HMI, SCADA, DCS/DeltaV).
• 2–3 years minimum with Emerson DeltaV platform.
• PM experience for multi-million dollar projects.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement control system architectures (PLC, DCS, HMI/SCADA).
• Lead project budgeting, scheduling, and profitability.
• Commission on-site and troubleshoot issues.
• Mentor junior engineers and collaborate across teams.
• Manage client relationships and business opportunities.

Skills

PLC/HMI/SCADA

DeltaV experience

Project management

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical/Control Engineering

Tools

Ignition

FactoryTalk

Aveva

GE iFIX

Rockwell Automation

Siemens

Modicon

Job description

Senior Controls Engineer - Addison, TX (#F0008)

Location: Addison, TX Employment Type: Full-Time

About Impact Recruiting Solutions:

Impact Recruiting Solutions is a specialized recruitment firm connecting top engineering talent with leading industrial automation companies. We partner with innovative firms to match skilled professionals with roles that drive technological advancement and operational excellence.

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Controls Engineer to lead automation projects for a dynamic industrial automation firm. This role requires expertise in PLC, HMI, SCADA, and DCS/DeltaV systems, along with project management capabilities. The ideal candidate will design, implement, and commission control systems while mentoring junior engineers and ensuring project profitability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement control system architectures (PLC, DCS, HMI/SCADA).
• Develop schematics, panels, and network designs (under 480VAC).
• Lead project execution, including budgeting, scheduling, and profitability.
• Commission systems on-site and troubleshoot technical issues.
• Mentor junior engineers and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Manage client relationships and identify new business opportunities.

Education:

• Bachelor's in Electrical/Control, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering (or related field)

Licensure:

• PMP certification a plus

Experience:

• 8+ years in industrial automation (PLC, HMI, SCADA, DCS/DeltaV).
• 2-3 years minimum with Emerson DeltaV platform.
• Experience in PLC-5 to ControlLogix conversions.
• Project management for systems up to $10M.

Technical Skills:

• PLC platforms: Rockwell Automation, Siemens, Modicon
• HMI/SCADA: Ignition, FactoryTalk, Aveva, GE iFIX
• Programming: Ladder Logic, Structured Text, VBA, SQL, Python
• Industrial networking: Ethernet/IP, Profinet, Modbus

Soft Skills:

• Leadership, problem-solving, client relations, and team mentorship

Competitive Compensation:

• Earn an attractive salary

Comprehensive Benefits:

• Generous Benefits Package

Work Schedule:

• Full-time with 25% travel (primarily local)

Professional Growth:

• Lead high-impact projects and advance your technical and leadership skills

Impactful Work:

• Develop cutting-edge automation solutions for industries like Semiconductor, Life Sciences, and Food & Beverage