Senior Controls Engineer - PLC/Automation Leader

United States Digital Space LLC; Morganton (NC); On-site; USD 112,000 - 154,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision coverage

PTO 160 hours + holidays

401K match

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

United States Digital Space LLC is seeking a Principal Controls Engineer in Morganton, NC. The role focuses on leading complex control projects, integrating PLC, HMI, robotics and vision systems, and ensuring regulatory compliant validation across manufacturing lines.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in a similar role, profound hands-on electrical and automation skills, and a proactive, collaborative mindset. Attractive benefits and a strong pay philosophy support ongoing growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical or Mechatronics preferred).
• Minimum 7 years of experience in a similar role.
• Experience with Allen-Bradley Control Logix, AB500 and Safety PLCs is required.
• Strong knowledge of PLCs, HMI, robotics and vision systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop or participate in development of solutions for assigned projects.
• Coordinate with multi-functional teams on projects.
• Lead changes and validation activities for equipment and processes.
• Perform debugging, start-up support and data analysis for manufacturing lines.
• Provide SME leadership and drive innovation within the plant.

Skills

PLC Automation

HMI

Robotics

Vision systems

Servo control

Electrical troubleshooting

Lean manufacturing

Validation protocols

Networking TCP/IP

Diagnostics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical/Mechanical/Mechatronics)

Tools

AutoCAD

E-Plan P8

RS-232 interfaces

Job description

United States Digital Space LLC is seeking a Principal Controls Engineer in Morganton, NC. The role focuses on leading complex control projects, integrating PLC, HMI, robotics and vision systems, and ensuring regulatory compliant validation across manufacturing lines.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in a similar role, profound hands-on electrical and automation skills, and a proactive, collaborative mindset. Attractive benefits and a strong pay philosophy support ongoing growth.