Senior Controls Engineer: Robotics & Automation

gpac; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

gpac in Atlanta seeks an experienced Senior Controls Engineer to lead the design, development, integration, and improvement of automated and robotic control systems in manufacturing. The role focuses on electrical controls design, PLC programming, HMI development, robotics, machine vision, and industrial automation.

The candidate will design and troubleshoot PLCs across Beckhoff, AB, Siemens, and Mitsubishi, develop HMI applications, support robotics integration, and ensure safety and regulatory

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of controls engineering or industrial automation experience.
• Strong experience with PLC programming and controls system design.
• Experience with multiple PLC platforms such as Beckhoff, Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or Mitsubishi.
• Experience developing and troubleshooting HMI systems.
• Knowledge of robotics and automated system integration.
• Experience with industrial communication protocols (EtherNet/IP, EtherCAT, IO-Link, Modbus).
• Experience with machine vision systems (Keyence, Cognex).
• Understanding of machine safety and regulatory compliance.
• Strong electrical troubleshooting and ability to read schematics and engineering drawings.
• Excellent communication and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, program, and integrate electrical control systems for automated manufacturing equipment.
• Develop and troubleshoot PLC programs on Beckhoff, AB, Siemens, and Mitsubishi platforms.
• Design and develop HMI applications for automated equipment and production systems.
• Support robotic system integration and automated machinery development.
• Analyze system requirements to ensure equipment meets production needs.
• Integrate and troubleshoot machine vision inspection systems (Keyence, Cognex).
• Design and troubleshoot industrial networks (EtherNet/IP, EtherCAT, IO-Link, Modbus).
• Develop and maintain machine safety and control systems per standards.
• Contribute to new product development and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Troubleshoot electrical and controls-related issues during commissioning and production.

Skills

PLC programming

Electrical design

HMI development

Robotics

Machine vision

Industrial automation

Schematics reading

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Beckhoff PLC

Allen-Bradley PLC

Siemens PLC

Mitsubishi PLC

EtherNet/IP

EtherCAT

IO-Link

Modbus

Keyence

Cognex

Job description

gpac in Atlanta seeks an experienced Senior Controls Engineer to lead the design, development, integration, and improvement of automated and robotic control systems in manufacturing. The role focuses on electrical controls design, PLC programming, HMI development, robotics, machine vision, and industrial automation.

The candidate will design and troubleshoot PLCs across Beckhoff, AB, Siemens, and Mitsubishi, develop HMI applications, support robotics integration, and ensure safety and regulatory