Senior Controls Engineer - PLC & Robotics Automation

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Richmond (VA)

On-site

USD 125,000 - 140,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)

Job summary

A leading manufacturing organization is seeking a Senior Controls Engineer in Richmond, Virginia to maintain PLC based control systems, program PLC ladder logic, and support operations in troubleshooting. This mid-senior level position requires a technical degree and extensive experience with Allen Bradley PLCs. The firm offers a competitive salary between $125,000 and $140,000, along with benefits like medical and vision insurance, and a 401(k).

Qualifications

  • Technical Degree is required for consideration.
  • Candidate should be well‑versed in Allen Bradley PLCs.
  • Experience in programming, installation, startup, and debug of integrated robotic production systems.
  • Proficient in reading, interpreting and editing electrical schematics and diagrams.

Responsibilities

  • Provide key input into the development of departmental strategic goals.
  • Maintain PLC based control systems for manufacturing automation.
  • Program PLC ladder logic (Allen Bradley).
  • Lead projects and assist skilled trades in electrical disciplines.
  • Support operations in electrical/controls troubleshooting.

Skills

Programming PLC ladder logic
Electrical schematics interpretation
Robotic production systems startup and debug

Education

Technical Degree

Tools

Allen Bradley PLCs

Job description

A leading manufacturing organization is seeking a Senior Controls Engineer in Richmond, Virginia to maintain PLC based control systems, program PLC ladder logic, and support operations in troubleshooting. This mid-senior level position requires a technical degree and extensive experience with Allen Bradley PLCs. The firm offers a competitive salary between $125,000 and $140,000, along with benefits like medical and vision insurance, and a 401(k).
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