Senior Controls Engineer - PLC, HMI & Field Lead

Sortation Labs, LLC; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Sortation Labs, LLC is seeking a seasoned Controls Engineer III to lead complete control-system projects from concept through on-site commissioning and after-sales support. You will design, program PLC/HMI, select components, and guide a team while collaborating with the Engineering Manager on new standards.

The role requires deep controls expertise, strong communication, and readiness to travel to job sites up to 50% as needed. Exempt, full-time position with office and field work.

Qualifications

• Advanced proficiency in PLCs and control networks.
• Ability to read specifications and drawings and design accordingly.
• Check diagrams to correct errors and transfer knowledge.
• Strong organizational, multi-tasking, and detail orientation.
• Critical thinker with problem-solving skills.
• Self-starter with analytical abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communications.
• Willingness to travel to customer sites and work non-business hours.

Responsibilities

• Expert understanding of AC/DC control systems.
• Design and troubleshoot electrical circuits and layouts.
• Develop electrical diagrams and system tests.
• Lead controls engineers on projects.
• Coordinate with team and communicate project status.
• Provide on-site installation and debugging support.
• Mentor junior engineers and share knowledge.

Skills

PLC programming

Control networks

Electrical design

Reading specs

Troubleshooting

Leadership

Communication

Travel availability

Education

Bachelor's in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Sortation Labs, LLC is seeking a seasoned Controls Engineer III to lead complete control-system projects from concept through on-site commissioning and after-sales support. You will design, program PLC/HMI, select components, and guide a team while collaborating with the Engineering Manager on new standards.

The role requires deep controls expertise, strong communication, and readiness to travel to job sites up to 50% as needed. Exempt, full-time position with office and field work.