Senior Controls Engineer — Lead Industrial Automation

Cognify Global; Greensboro, Winston-Salem, High Point (NC, NC, NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Job summary

Cognify Global is seeking a Senior Controls Engineer to lead design, development, and implementation of industrial automation and control systems. You will mentor junior engineers and collaborate across mechanical, electrical, and software teams to deliver high-performance solutions.

The role requires strong PLC/HMI/SCADA expertise, system integration, and proficiency with industrial networking protocols. Travel up to 30% is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in industrial controls and automation.
• Experience with PLC platforms (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Schneider, etc.).
• Experience with HMI/SCADA development.
• Knowledge of motion control, servo systems, and VFD integration.
• Ability to read electrical schematics.
• Willingness to travel up to 30%.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop control systems architecture for industrial equipment and automation systems.
• Program and troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems, and industrial robotics.
• Develop electrical schematics, panel layouts, and I/O lists.
• Lead system integration, testing, and commissioning activities (on-site and remote).
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and best practices.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define system requirements and project scope.
• Support proposal development, cost estimation, and technical documentation.
• Diagnose and resolve complex field issues and implement long-term corrective actions.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives for system performance and reliability.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI/SCADA development

Industrial networking protocols

Motion control

Electrical schematics reading

Root cause analysis

Travel up to 30%

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering/Controls

Tools

Allen-Bradley

Siemens

Schneider Electric

Job description

Cognify Global is seeking a Senior Controls Engineer to lead design, development, and implementation of industrial automation and control systems. You will mentor junior engineers and collaborate across mechanical, electrical, and software teams to deliver high-performance solutions.

The role requires strong PLC/HMI/SCADA expertise, system integration, and proficiency with industrial networking protocols. Travel up to 30% is required.