Senior Controls Engineer — Robotics & Automation Lead

Leoforce; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Leoforce in Allentown, PA, seeks a Senior Automation Engineer to lead PLC-based control system development from concept to commissioning. You will design electrical panels, program Allen-Bradley controllers, and collaborate with customers across the project lifecycle.

The role requires hands-on experience with HMI/SCADA, motion control, and robotics, plus a strong understanding of electrical standards. Travel 25–40% is expected, and an engineering degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Strong PLC programming experience (Allen-Bradley required; others a plus).
• Background in controls, electrical design, and system integration.
• Experience with HMI/SCADA, motion control, and fieldbus technologies.
• Exposure to robotics (Fanuc, UR, etc.) and industrial automation systems.
• Knowledge of NEC, NFPA, UL, and relevant electrical standards.
• Hands-on, detail-oriented mindset with strong problem-solving ability.
• Engineering degree preferred; electrical license a plus.
• Willingness to travel ~25–40%.

Responsibilities

• Develop and program PLC-based control systems and supporting software.
• Design electrical panels, schematics, and system layouts.
• Support system integration, startup, and commissioning at customer sites.
• Assist with sales, quoting, and technical concept development.
• Train customers and provide ongoing technical support.
• Manage smaller project scopes and contribute to larger automation initiatives

Skills

PLC programming

Electrical design

System integration

HMI/SCADA

Robotics exposure

Electrical standards knowledge

Education

Engineering degree (preferred)

Electrical license (plus)

Tools

Allen-Bradley

Fanuc robotics

UR robotics

SCADA software

Job description

Leoforce in Allentown, PA, seeks a Senior Automation Engineer to lead PLC-based control system development from concept to commissioning. You will design electrical panels, program Allen-Bradley controllers, and collaborate with customers across the project lifecycle.

The role requires hands-on experience with HMI/SCADA, motion control, and robotics, plus a strong understanding of electrical standards. Travel 25–40% is expected, and an engineering degree is preferred.