Senior Controls Engineer - PLC/SCADA & Automation Leader

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Missouri; On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Priority Dispatch Corp. is seeking an experienced Electrical Controls Engineer to design and implement control systems for industrial automation in Saint Charles, MO.

You will lead hardware and software development for tableted press automation, configure PLCs and HMIs, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance. The role requires 5+ years in controls engineering with leadership background, proficiency in Studio 5000, Indusoft, MATLAB, and CAD tools, and strong skills in motor control and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering (preferred).
• 5+ years in controls engineering with leadership responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, and safety systems.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and select drives and motors.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop control systems using PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA.
• Lead development and modification of machine control hardware and automation software.
• Control Systems Design & Integration for the Tablet Press Division, including hardware selection.
• PLC and HMI configuration and programming.
• AC/DC drive and motor selection, configuration, and commissioning.
• Ensure compliance with NEC, NFPA 79, UL, CSA, and CE standards.
• Collaborate with Mechanical Engineering in Press Design and functionality.
• Provide remote troubleshooting and customer service support as needed.
• Develop product manuals, validation, and documentation.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers.

Skills

Three-phase motor control theory

Electrical schematics reading

Leadership experience

Safety systems experience

PLC programming

HMI development

SCADA knowledge

Remote troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Studio 5000

Indusoft Web Studio

MATLAB

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

SQL Database

Ethernet/IP

DeviceNet

ControlNet

Job description

Priority Dispatch Corp. is seeking an experienced Electrical Controls Engineer to design and implement control systems for industrial automation in Saint Charles, MO.

You will lead hardware and software development for tableted press automation, configure PLCs and HMIs, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance. The role requires 5+ years in controls engineering with leadership background, proficiency in Studio 5000, Indusoft, MATLAB, and CAD tools, and strong skills in motor control and