Senior Controls Engineer — Remote-Ready with Global Impact

SSOE; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401K

PTO and paid holidays

Job summary

SSOE is seeking an experienced Senior Controls Engineer to support a growing client base across multiple locations, including Scottsdale, AZ. The role emphasizes leadership in control systems, safety, and cross-functional collaboration within a mature manufacturing environment.

The Senior Controls Engineer will define system requirements, develop proposals, and mentor junior staff while traveling 20–40% as needed across client sites.

Qualifications

• Manufacturing experience required; multiple industries preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering; 10+ years of related experience.
• P.E. license preferred.
• Knowledge of project planning, cost estimating, and scheduling.
• Experience with DCS, PLC, HMI, MES, and SCADA systems.

Responsibilities

• Participate in client contact and provide technical support to business development.
• Deliver high-level consulting services to clients.
• Define control system requirements and project responsibilities as owner's representative.
• Prepare contract proposals by defining scope and estimates.
• Coordinate with owner teams, vendors and subconsultants.
• Lead project teams and act as subject matter expert.
• Oversee engineers and designers on assigned projects.
• Identify risks and address roadblocks to avoid business impact.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and safety programs.
• Mentor and coach less experienced staff.

Skills

Leadership

Critical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

P.E. license

Tools

DCS

PLC

HMI

MES

SCADA

Job description

SSOE is seeking an experienced Senior Controls Engineer to support a growing client base across multiple locations, including Scottsdale, AZ. The role emphasizes leadership in control systems, safety, and cross-functional collaboration within a mature manufacturing environment.

The Senior Controls Engineer will define system requirements, develop proposals, and mentor junior staff while traveling 20–40% as needed across client sites.