Senior Controls Engineer: Automation & Robotics Innovator

Clemco; Washington (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Clemco is seeking a Senior Controls Engineer to design and improve automated blasting equipment, integrating robotics and control systems into existing products. You will CAD model, prototype, and test designs while collaborating with engineering, manufacturing, and product management teams.

You will apply your experience with Rockwell PLCs, HMIs, and ERP integration to optimize product performance and drive new product launches. Travel up to 10% may be required.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering in a relevant field is required.
• 3+ years’ experience in electrical and mechanical controls preferred.
• Proficiency with Allen‑Bradley software and Rockwell automation platforms (Connected Components Workbench, Studio 5000, View Studio).
• Fanuc Robotics experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design specialized industrial blasting equipment using advanced mechanical concepts and controls technologies.
• Use Rockwell software to program Allen-Bradley PLCs and HMIs.
• Create modular electrical hardware, mechanical sub‑components, and software designs to speed time‑to‑market.
• Enjoy 3D CAD design in AutoCAD Inventor and Vault.
• Independently manage department metrics to increase capabilities and throughput.
• Serve as the go‑to for controls and instrumentation within the custom solutions team.
• Integrate electro‑mechanical designs into the Syteline ERP system to plan build processes.
• Conduct root cause analysis to troubleshoot manufacturing and assembly issues.
• Train field service technicians on controls/automation.
• Willingness to learn advanced mechanical competencies.

Skills

Automation design

Robotics integration

Allen-Bradley PLCs

HMI development

3D CAD (Inventor)

ERP integration

Troubleshooting

Education

BS in Engineering (Mechatronics, Automation & Controls, Robotics, Electrical, or Mechanical)

Tools

AutoCAD Inventor

Vault

Rockwell Studio 5000

FactoryTalk View

Job description

Clemco is seeking a Senior Controls Engineer to design and improve automated blasting equipment, integrating robotics and control systems into existing products. You will CAD model, prototype, and test designs while collaborating with engineering, manufacturing, and product management teams.

You will apply your experience with Rockwell PLCs, HMIs, and ERP integration to optimize product performance and drive new product launches. Travel up to 10% may be required.