Senior Controls Engineer - Plant Automation & Safety

Hargrove; Alabama; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Hargrove is seeking a Controls Engineering Leader to oversee design and implementation of electrical and instrumentation systems in McCalla, AL. The role involves ensuring compliance with local and national codes, managing engineering projects, and leading technical development.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, with 4+ years of experience and strong leadership abilities in a manufacturing environment. Familiarity with Allen Bradley PLCs and safety standards like NFPA and OSHA is essential.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of relevant industrial experience in electrical and instrumentation engineering.
• Professional Engineering registration is highly preferred.
• Strong organizational, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex electrical and instrumentation engineering assignments.
• Engage and lead plant technical development and compliance.
• Manage initiatives for E&I focused and complete capital projects.

Skills

Ability to effectively engage, lead, and build capability on the floor

Strong knowledge of machinery and process control

Proficient in Microsoft Suite applications

Excellent interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor or Master of Science degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Allen Bradley PLC

Rockwell FactoryTalk

Proficy

Job description

Hargrove is seeking a Controls Engineering Leader to oversee design and implementation of electrical and instrumentation systems in McCalla, AL. The role involves ensuring compliance with local and national codes, managing engineering projects, and leading technical development.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, with 4+ years of experience and strong leadership abilities in a manufacturing environment. Familiarity with Allen Bradley PLCs and safety standards like NFPA and OSHA is essential.