Senior Controls Engineer - Robotics & Automation Leader

Sapience Automation; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Sapience Automation in Charleston, SC is seeking a Lead Controls Engineer to design, program, and Commission PLC-based control systems for robotic assembly and automation projects. You will lead panel design, vendor coordination, and on-site installation support, ensuring safety and system verification.

Ideal candidates have 10+ years in robotics or automation, strong drawing interpretation, and experience with Allen Bradley or Siemens PLCs, AutoCAD Electrical or E-Plan, and cross-functional

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years in robotics or automation industry.
• Post-high-school degree in a technical discipline.
• 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 to control robot systems and other automated systems.
• Program peripheral devices such as vision systems, RFID controllers, and automated inspection equipment.
• Execute installation, debugging, and production launch of robot systems during pre-build and on-site installations.
• Test programs during FAT / Modular Build phases at Sapience facility.
• Provide remote support to Sapience team members via remote connection.
• Coordinate site teams and subcontractors for controls programming or electrical design support.

Skills

Communication skills

Troubleshooting

Reading drawings

Education

Post-high-school 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, program, and Commission PLC-based control systems for robotic assembly and automation projects. You will lead panel design, vendor coordination, and on-site installation support, ensuring safety and system verification.

Ideal candidates have 10+ years in robotics or automation, strong drawing interpretation, and experience with Allen Bradley or Siemens PLCs, AutoCAD Electrical or E-Plan, and cross-functional