Senior Controls Engineer: Automation & PLC Expert

Job Juncture; Grand Forks (ND); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Job Juncture is seeking a Controls Engineer to lead automation efforts in our advanced manufacturing environments. You will serve as the SME for PLCs, VFDs, HMIs, and plant operating systems, partnering with a diverse team to solve high-impact challenges.

In this role, you’ll design and implement modifications for high-speed production lines, optimize system performance, and use Rockwell tools to diagnose and resolve complex electrical and control issues across production equipment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related discipline; BSEE preferred
• 10+ years of related experience in lieu of a degree
• Advanced proficiency with Rockwell Software suite (Studio 5000, RSLogix 5000/500, FactoryTalk View Studio)
• Hands-on experience designing and laying out control panels for new equipment
• Extensive knowledge of Allen-Bradley PLCs, VFDs, and HMIs
• Experience with SCADA systems and plant-wide monitoring
• Strong diagnostics using multimeters, loop simulators, and megger tools

Responsibilities

• Optimize Next-Gen Production: design and test modifications for high speed lines
• Drive Automation Innovation: implement and recommend for current and future projects
• Ensure Peak System Performance: proactive maintenance to maximize uptime
• Master Complex Troubleshooting: diagnose automation and robotic system challenges
• Solve Critical Problems Fast: troubleshoot electrical/control systems with limited documentation

Skills

Data-driven

Self-starter

Continuous improvement

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related discipline (BSEE preferred)

10+ years of related experience in lieu of a degree

Tools

Studio 5000

RSLogix 5000/500

FactoryTalk View Studio

Allen-Bradley PLCs

SCADA systems

Job description

Job Juncture is seeking a Controls Engineer to lead automation efforts in our advanced manufacturing environments. You will serve as the SME for PLCs, VFDs, HMIs, and plant operating systems, partnering with a diverse team to solve high-impact challenges.

In this role, you’ll design and implement modifications for high-speed production lines, optimize system performance, and use Rockwell tools to diagnose and resolve complex electrical and control issues across production equipment.