Senior Controls Engineer - Lead Power Systems & Automation

DR Power LLP; Sussex (WI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

DR Power LLP in Sussex, WI is seeking a Senior Controls Engineer to lead the design, validation, and continuous improvement of control systems for power products. The role focuses on PLC-based solutions for generators and energy storage applications.

You will develop high-fidelity simulations, drive hardware integration, and mentor junior engineers while collaborating with manufacturing teams. Some travel to other facility locations may be required.

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering or related discipline required.
• 5+ years of relevant work experience.
• Experience with PLC programming, control design, and power systems applications.

Responsibilities

• Designs, validates, and brings new products to market.
• Develops precise functional requirements; designs, tests and integrates components for manufacturability.
• Collaborates with manufacturing partners and designers to optimize designs.
• Uses PLC programming to develop instructions for machine operation.
• Mentors and supports less-experienced engineers.

Skills

Control system design

PLC programming

Model-based design

Simulation development

Test & validation planning

Communication skills

Mentoring/leadership

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Tools

SAP ERP

Job description

DR Power LLP in Sussex, WI is seeking a Senior Controls Engineer to lead the design, validation, and continuous improvement of control systems for power products. The role focuses on PLC-based solutions for generators and energy storage applications.

You will develop high-fidelity simulations, drive hardware integration, and mentor junior engineers while collaborating with manufacturing teams. Some travel to other facility locations may be required.