Senior Controls Engineer: Lead Complex Automation Projects

Ascential Medical & Life Sciences | Automation; Blaine (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascential Medical & Life Sciences is seeking an experienced engineer to lead control systems projects in Blaine, MN. The role emphasizes vision systems, machine safety, and PackML/ISA-88, with hands-on design, hardware integration, and compliant documentation.

You will collaborate across engineering teams, mentor juniors, and support customers with on-site installation and training. Proficiency in Python and C#, AutoCAD Electrical, and EPLAN is valued in a GAMP-regulated environment.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in vision systems and machine safety.
• Proficient with PackML/ISA-88, AutoCAD Electrical and EPLAN.
• Proficient in Python and C# within GAMP-regulated environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor project teams across engineering disciplines.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time.
• Provide guidance during design, debugging, and customer training.

Skills

Vision systems

Machine safety

PackML/ISA-88

AutoCAD Electrical

EPLAN

Python

C#

Mentorship

Project leadership

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

EPLAN

Job description

Ascential Medical & Life Sciences is seeking an experienced engineer to lead control systems projects in Blaine, MN. The role emphasizes vision systems, machine safety, and PackML/ISA-88, with hands-on design, hardware integration, and compliant documentation.

You will collaborate across engineering teams, mentor juniors, and support customers with on-site installation and training. Proficiency in Python and C#, AutoCAD Electrical, and EPLAN is valued in a GAMP-regulated environment.