Senior Controls Engineer — Onsite Automation Innovator

Hitachi, Ltd.; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits from day one

Paid parental leave

Challenging automation projects

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

JR Automation, a Hitachi Group Company, seeks a Senior Controls Engineer to join an onsite team in Greenville, SC. You will design and implement control software, PLC/HMI solutions, and support turnkey automation projects.

The role emphasizes hands-on testing, commissioning, and customer collaboration, with travel up to 25%. A strong engineering background and PLC/HMI expertise are required, along with 4+ years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in engineering.
• Strong knowledge of PLCs and HMIs.
• Experience with robotics and automated systems.

Responsibilities

• Develops control software using PLCs and HMIs.
• Interprets customer specifications to ensure equipment meets requirements.
• Programs robotic/controls equipment per specifications.
• Performs commissioning and on-site support.
• Maintains service documentation and safety practices.

Skills

PLC

HMI

Robot programming

Electrical circuits

Electrical panel design

VFDs

Servo applications

Industrial networks

Critical thinking

Travel up to 25%

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Technical Diploma + 3 years college

Job description

JR Automation, a Hitachi Group Company, seeks a Senior Controls Engineer to join an onsite team in Greenville, SC. You will design and implement control software, PLC/HMI solutions, and support turnkey automation projects.

The role emphasizes hands-on testing, commissioning, and customer collaboration, with travel up to 25%. A strong engineering background and PLC/HMI expertise are required, along with 4+ years of relevant experience.