Senior Controls Engineer: Ignition & PLC Automation Lead

Actalent

United States

On-site

USD 130,000 - 150,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental benefits
401K with company contributions
Unlimited overtime opportunities

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Sr Controls Engineer to design, develop, and support industrial automation systems with a specific focus on Ignition SCADA/HMI and Rockwell/Allen-Bradley PLC platforms. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams across the full project lifecycle—from concept to ongoing client support. The successful candidate will mentor junior engineers and standardize practices, ensuring the delivery of scalable automation solutions.

The position is based in Modesto, CA, and offers competitive pay with benefits including medical, dental, and 401K contributions.

Qualifications

  • Over 5 years of experience in the automation industry.
  • Hands-on experience with Rockwell/Allen-Bradley PLCs.
  • Strong proficiency in Ignition SCADA/HMI development.

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop SCADA and HMI systems using Ignition.
  • Lead automation projects from requirements to post-startup support.
  • Mentor junior engineers and standardize engineering practices.

Skills

PLC programming
Ignition SCADA/HMI
automation systems integration
communication skills
troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD
Rockwell Automation products
SQL databases

Job description

Actalent is seeking a Sr Controls Engineer to design, develop, and support industrial automation systems with a specific focus on Ignition SCADA/HMI and Rockwell/Allen-Bradley PLC platforms. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams across the full project lifecycle—from concept to ongoing client support. The successful candidate will mentor junior engineers and standardize practices, ensuring the delivery of scalable automation solutions.

The position is based in Modesto, CA, and offers competitive pay with benefits including medical, dental, and 401K contributions.

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