Senior Controls Engineer — Automation Leader (Bonuses, PTO)

Kubota Manufacturing of America Corp; Gainesville (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual performance bonuses

Earned time off (ETO)/10 paid company 

Stability and growth opportunity

Job summary

Kubota Manufacturing of America Corp in Gainesville, GA, seeks a Senior Controls Engineer to lead development and implementation of advanced automated systems across multiple production lines.

You will architect PLC programs (Allen-Bradley, Mitsubishi), drive safety and reliability, mentor engineers, and collaborate with IT and MES teams to integrate systems. This role demands strong leadership and a hands-on approach on the factory floor.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in controls engineering, automation, or related discipline.
• Proven track record of leading complex automation projects and mentoring junior engineers.
• Advanced diagnostic and analytical skills and leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Architect, develop, and optimize PLC programs for complex production systems (Allen Bradley and Mitsubishi).
• Drive innovation in manufacturing controls with focus on safety, reliability, and scalability.
• Develop and enforce company-wide controls standards and best practices.
• Collaborate with IT and MES teams for seamless integration of automation systems.
• Ensure compliance with NEC, NFPA, IEC, and related standards.
• Lead creation and maintenance of technical documentation including schematics and risk assessments.
• Manage large-scale automation projects including scope, budgeting, scheduling, procurement, and installation.
• Present findings and opportunities for system performance improvements to senior leadership.

Skills

Controls Engineering

Automation

Project Management

Leadership

Mentoring

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in automation engineering, electrical engineering, computer engineering, mechatronics, or related field

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLC

Mitsubishi PLC

Job description

Kubota Manufacturing of America Corp in Gainesville, GA, seeks a Senior Controls Engineer to lead development and implementation of advanced automated systems across multiple production lines.

You will architect PLC programs (Allen-Bradley, Mitsubishi), drive safety and reliability, mentor engineers, and collaborate with IT and MES teams to integrate systems. This role demands strong leadership and a hands-on approach on the factory floor.