Senior Controls Engineer - Automation & Lead Project Expert

Sabria Recruiting; Wilmington (MA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Wilmington, MA, is looking for a Senior Automation Engineer to lead automation solutions for industrial processes. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience with PLC, DCS, and HMI/SCADA systems, alongside strong project management skills. Responsibilities include developing control systems, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. This role requires effective communication and the ability to work in diverse environments, alongside occasional travel up to 25%. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in automation or controls engineering.
• Experience in managing automation projects in the Life Science industry.
• Knowledge of cGMP and regulatory requirements is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver innovative automation solutions as a team leader.
• Develop and implement control systems for industrial processes.
• Oversee project management tasks, including budgeting and scheduling.

Skills

PLC programming

DCS knowledge

HMI/SCADA systems

Project management

Technical writing

Problem-solving

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical/Control Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

SQL

Ethernet/IP

Modbus

Job description

A leading engineering firm in Wilmington, MA, is looking for a Senior Automation Engineer to lead automation solutions for industrial processes. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience with PLC, DCS, and HMI/SCADA systems, alongside strong project management skills. Responsibilities include developing control systems, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. This role requires effective communication and the ability to work in diverse environments, alongside occasional travel up to 25%. Competitive salary and benefits offered.