Senior Controls Engineer: Automation & Startup Leader

ResourceTek, LLC; Decatur (AL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ResourceTek, LLC near Decatur, Alabama is seeking mid-level and senior controls engineers to design and implement automation systems for a leading U.S. manufacturer of copper and aluminum building wire and cable.

The role involves direct customer interaction during design reviews, project updates, runoffs, and installations, plus leading startups and ensuring projects stay on budget and schedule.

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering required.
• 7+ years experience for Senior level.
• Experience in building controls and troubleshooting.
• Robot programming experience preferred.
• Vision programming experience preferred.
• PLC protocols: AB RSLogix, Siemens STEP 5/7, GE Machine Edition, Mitsubishi.

Responsibilities

• Electrical design of automation systems using AutoCAD Electrical.
• Designs include power distribution, I/O controls, PLCs, robot programming, and panel layouts.
• Calculate SCCR, power rating, and FLA for panels.
• Direct electrical assembly during build and installation.
• Configure, debug, and test equipment on shop floor.
• Lead runoff and startup for new projects, ensuring on-time delivery.

Skills

Robot programming

Vision programming

PLC programming

Networking protocols

HMI development

Customer interface

Team leadership

VFD drives

Education

BS Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

RSLogix/AB

Siemens STEP 5/7

GE Machine Edition

Mitsubishi

Fanuc iRVision

Job description

ResourceTek, LLC near Decatur, Alabama is seeking mid-level and senior controls engineers to design and implement automation systems for a leading U.S. manufacturer of copper and aluminum building wire and cable.

The role involves direct customer interaction during design reviews, project updates, runoffs, and installations, plus leading startups and ensuring projects stay on budget and schedule.