Senior Controls Engineer — Robotics & Automation Lead

Sapience Automation; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Sapience Automation in Charleston, SC is seeking a Lead Controls Engineer to design, develop, and implement PLC programs for robotic systems and automation equipment. You will program vision systems, manage FAT tests, and lead on-site installations with remote support as needed.

The role requires a post-high-school technical degree and at least 10 years in robotics or automation, with strong communication, drawing interpretation, and fault-finding skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in robotics or automation.
• Post-high-school technical degree is required.
• Strong written and spoken communication skills.
• Proficiency with PCs and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Troubleshooting and debugging skills related to electrical control systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement PLC programs for robot systems and automated equipment.
• Program peripheral devices such as vision systems and automated inspection equipment.
• Oversee FAT and on-site installation during pre-build and production phases.
• Test programs at Sapience facility and support remote operations.

Skills

Communication skills

PC proficiency

Reading drawings

Troubleshooting

Education

Technical degree

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

E-Plan

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Siemens PLCs

Job description

Sapience Automation in Charleston, SC is seeking a Lead Controls Engineer to design, develop, and implement PLC programs for robotic systems and automation equipment. You will program vision systems, manage FAT tests, and lead on-site installations with remote support as needed.

The role requires a post-high-school technical degree and at least 10 years in robotics or automation, with strong communication, drawing interpretation, and fault-finding skills.