Senior Controls Engineer - Industrial Automation Leader

L2x Talent Solutions

Kentucky

On-site

USD 110,000 - 160,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

L2x Talent Solutions is seeking a senior Automation Engineer to serve as the technical authority for the design and implementation of industrial automation and control systems in Kentucky. You will lead control system design, PLC programming, HMI/SCADA development, and system integration across electrical, mechanical, and process disciplines.

The role emphasizes on-site commissioning, engineering verification, and adherence to standards, with responsibilities spanning concept to completion and

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field required.
  • 8+ years in systems integration, automation, or industrial controls.
  • Experience managing concept to completion projects with electrical design and customer communication.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as senior technical authority for industrial automation systems.
  • Lead control system design, schematics, wiring, and BOMs.
  • Architect PLC software and HMI/SCADA configurations for scalable solutions.
  • Coordinate cross-disciplinary system integration and on-site commissioning.
  • Ensure safety, engineering standards, and documentation meet project needs.

Skills

Project management
PLC programming
HMI/SCADA development
Electrical design
Systems integration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Electrical/Mechatronics)

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical
Allen-Bradley ControlLogix/Studio 5000
Siemens/TIA Portal
HMI/SCADA platforms

Job description

L2x Talent Solutions is seeking a senior Automation Engineer to serve as the technical authority for the design and implementation of industrial automation and control systems in Kentucky. You will lead control system design, PLC programming, HMI/SCADA development, and system integration across electrical, mechanical, and process disciplines.

The role emphasizes on-site commissioning, engineering verification, and adherence to standards, with responsibilities spanning concept to completion and

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