Senior Controls Engineer - Lead Automation & Upgrades

Helion; New York (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High-impact role with ownership over automation systems

Stable manufacturing operation with ongoing capital investment

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm is seeking a Senior Controls Engineer to lead automation systems in an industrial setting. This role requires extensive knowledge in PLC programming, automation design, and troubleshooting under pressure. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience and will ensure compliance with safety and manufacturing standards. This position offers high ownership over impactful projects in a stable manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of controls/automation experience in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Strong PLC programming experience.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex systems under production pressure.

Responsibilities

• Design, program, and troubleshoot PLC, HMI, and industrial control systems.
• Lead controls efforts for new equipment and projects.
• Ensure compliance with safety, electrical, and manufacturing standards.

Skills

PLC programming

Controls Systems Troubleshooting

Collaboration

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Allen-Bradley

Siemens

SCADA

Job description

A leading manufacturing firm is seeking a Senior Controls Engineer to lead automation systems in an industrial setting. This role requires extensive knowledge in PLC programming, automation design, and troubleshooting under pressure. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience and will ensure compliance with safety and manufacturing standards. This position offers high ownership over impactful projects in a stable manufacturing environment.