Senior Controls Engineer – Industrial Automation

Compunnel Inc.; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering and manufacturing company is seeking a Controls Engineer IV in Hickory, NC. This senior-level role is tasked with designing, developing, and maintaining advanced control systems for fiber optic cable manufacturing. Candidates should possess a bachelor's degree in engineering and a minimum of 4 years in automation environments. The position entails programming Allen-Bradley PLCs, leading projects, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The company offers contract employment, requiring onsite work from Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of manufacturing experience with PLCs, HMIs, and VFDs.
• Experience with Allen-Bradley ControlLogix PLCs.
• Strong understanding of machine control systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement new automation and control systems.
• Lead controls engineering scope for process improvements.
• Troubleshoot complex process and control system issues.

Skills

Allen-Bradley ControlLogix PLC programming

HMI/SCADA programming

Electro-mechanical systems

Process troubleshooting

AutoCAD Electrical proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical 2023

Job description

A leading engineering and manufacturing company is seeking a Controls Engineer IV in Hickory, NC. This senior-level role is tasked with designing, developing, and maintaining advanced control systems for fiber optic cable manufacturing. Candidates should possess a bachelor's degree in engineering and a minimum of 4 years in automation environments. The position entails programming Allen-Bradley PLCs, leading projects, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The company offers contract employment, requiring onsite work from Monday to Friday.