Senior Controls Engineer - Lead Automation & Reliability

Polaris Inc.; Minnesota; On-site; MXN 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Polaris Inc. is seeking a skilled Controls Engineer to lead automation initiatives on our manufacturing floors in Mexico. You will design, install, and optimize control systems, troubleshoot advanced PLC/HMI networks, and mentor a 20–25 person team to improve line performance and reliability.

The role emphasizes data-driven decision making and adherence to safety and quality standards, with opportunities to influence long-term automation strategies across facilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering.
• 5+ years of experience in industrial controls within a manufacturing environment.
• Conversational English (required).
• Proven experience managing teams of 20-25 people.
• Experience with Allen Bradley PLC programming (ControlLogix, MicroLogix).
• Experience programming HMIs (PanelView Plus) and variable frequency drives (VFDs).
• Strong troubleshooting skills with Ethernet/IP and DeviceNet networks.
• Experience with preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance programs.
• Solid knowledge of electrical systems, control and relay logic, and electronics.
• Knowledge in TPM methodology.
• Knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, and mechanical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical diagrams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with AutoCAD for schematics is a plus.
• Self-directed and capable of working with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain control system standards and configurations for manufacturing equipment.
• Oversee installation, commissioning, and validation of control systems.
• Implement programming changes to improve equipment performance.
• Analyze processes to identify automation opportunities.
• Maintain technical documentation including control logic and schematics.
• Lead troubleshooting using structured problem-solving methods.
• Drive maintenance strategies focusing on MTTR, MTBF and OEE.
• Train production and maintenance personnel on system operation and diagnostics.
• Coordinate with engineering and operations on new equipment and processes.

Skills

Allen Bradley PLC programming

PanelView HMIs

VFDs

Ethernet/IP / DeviceNet

Electrical diagrams

Team leadership

AutoCAD

TPM knowledge

English communication

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Polaris Inc. is seeking a skilled Controls Engineer to lead automation initiatives on our manufacturing floors in Mexico. You will design, install, and optimize control systems, troubleshoot advanced PLC/HMI networks, and mentor a 20–25 person team to improve line performance and reliability.

The role emphasizes data-driven decision making and adherence to safety and quality standards, with opportunities to influence long-term automation strategies across facilities.