Senior Controls Engineer - Lead Automation & Projects

Alliance Automation, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Alliance Automation, LLC in Van Wert, Ohio, is seeking a senior Controls Engineer to lead the design, programming, and commissioning of automated systems. The role collaborates with mechanical and electrical designers, interfaces with customers, and travels to sites for Runoff and acceptance. Candidates should have 10+ years of experience, related degree, and proven leadership in multi-project environments.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of controls experience; 10+ years preferred.
• Related degree or equivalent work experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent customer interfacing abilities.
• Expertise with multiple automation platforms and robot platforms.

Responsibilities

• Program execution within budget.
• Lead teams and projects.
• Troubleshoot systems on site and in shop.
• Interface with customers during Runoff and Acceptance.
• Develop standards and templates to improve programming efficiency.
• Travel to customer sites for installation and training.

Skills

Controls engineering

Project management

Customer interfacing

Troubleshooting

Team leadership

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

PLC/PAC programming

Vision systems

Robot platforms

Job description

Alliance Automation, LLC in Van Wert, Ohio, is seeking a senior Controls Engineer to lead the design, programming, and commissioning of automated systems. The role collaborates with mechanical and electrical designers, interfaces with customers, and travels to sites for Runoff and acceptance. Candidates should have 10+ years of experience, related degree, and proven leadership in multi-project environments.