Senior Controls Engineer- Siemens PLCs

Siemens; Tuscaloosa (AL); Hybrid; USD 94,000 - 161,000; Full time

Job summary

Siemens is seeking a Senior Controls Engineer with Siemens PLCs to lead design, programming, testing, and commissioning of automation systems for automotive customers in a hybrid role based in Vance, AL.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years in industrial automation, strong SIMATIC PLC/HMI skills (STEP 7, TIA Portal, WinCC), and experience with conveyors and process equipment. Travel up to 50% is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Automation Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years in industrial automation and controls engineering.
• Experience programming Siemens SIMATIC PLC and HMI platforms (STEP 7, TIA Portal, WinCC).
• Experience programming assembly systems (conveyors, process equipment).
• Knowledge of industrial safety systems (SICK PLS or equivalent).
• Experience with industrial drives and motion control (Siemens/SEW/Lenze).
• Knowledge of PROFINET networks.
• Proficient in English ( spoken and written ).
• Willing to travel up to 50% domestically and internationally.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Develop PLC and HMI software for Siemens automation systems (STEP 7, TIA Portal, WinCC).
• Integrate control software with electrical and mechanical systems used in automotive production equipment.
• Plan and execute commissioning of components and complete automation systems at customer sites.
• Program assembly systems, including conveyors and process equipment.
• Troubleshoot and optimize system performance for reliable operation.
• Integrate industrial safety systems, drives, motion-control equipment, and networks.
• Prepare detailed commissioning documentation, system records, and test reports.
• Participate in system acceptance testing and performance verification.
• Train customer personnel and complete the technical handover of commissioned systems.
• Support or lead on-site commissioning teams as required.

Skills

Siemens PLC/HMI programming

Industrial automation

English proficiency

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Automation Engineering

Tools

STEP 7

TIA Portal

WinCC

PROFINET

Siemens drives

SEW drives

Lenze drives

Job description

Senior Controls Engineer – Siemens PLCs

Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this by empowering customers and combining the real and digital worlds. We improve how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation. We know that a business can thrive only when its people are thriving. That’s why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team will support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you?

Transform the everyday with us!

In this role you will work a hybrid work model sharing time between a home office and our Vance, AL facility.

We are looking for a Senior Controls Engineer – Siemens PLCs to join our automation engineering team supporting major automotive customers.

In this role, you will design, program, test, and commission automation systems built on Siemens SIMATIC platforms. You will help ensure system performance, reliability, and safety from the initial concept through customer startup and final handover. This is an opportunity to apply your controls engineering expertise in fast-paced commissioning environments and see your work come to life on the plant floor.

You’ll make an impact by:

• Developing, testing, and commissioning PLC and HMI software for Siemens automation systems using STEP 7, TIA Portal, and WinCC.
• Integrating control software with electrical and mechanical systems used in automotive production equipment.
• Planning and executing the commissioning of individual components and complete automation systems at customer locations.
• Programming assembly systems, including conveyor systems and process equipment.
• Troubleshooting and optimizing system performance to support the integration and reliable operation of all automation components.
• Integrating industrial safety systems, drives, motion-control equipment, and industrial networks.
• Preparing detailed commissioning documentation, system records, and test reports.
• Participating in system acceptance testing and performance verification.
• Training customer personnel and completing the technical handover of commissioned systems.
• Supporting or leading on-site commissioning teams, depending on project requirements.

You’ll win us over by having the following qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• 5+ years of hands‑on experience in industrial automation and controls engineering.
• Demonstrated expertise programming Siemens SIMATIC PLC and HMI platforms, including STEP 7, TIA Portal, and WinCC.
• Advanced experience programming assembly systems, including conveyor systems and process equipment.
• Working knowledge of industrial safety systems, such as SICK PLS or an equivalent platform.
• Experience with industrial drives and motion-control systems, including Siemens, SEW, Lenze, or comparable technologies.
• Working knowledge of industrial communication networks, including PROFINET.
• Proficiently in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 50% domestically and internationally.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Industrial automation or controls engineering experience within the automotive industry.
• Certified Machinery Safety Expert certification from Pilz, or an equivalent machinery‑safety certification.
• Knowledge of Mercedes‑Benz WAVE, Volkswagen VASS, or BMW TMO standards.
• German‑language proficiency.

About Siemens:

We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource‑efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids to sustainable transportation and advanced healthcare, we create technology with purpose, adding real value for customers.

Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion in our Diverse Global Workforce:

We value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society, while ensuring that we attract the best talent based on qualifications, skills, and experiences. We welcome you to bring your authentic self and transform the everyday with us.

Protecting the environment, conserving our natural resources, fostering the health and performance of our people, and safeguarding their working conditions are central to our social and business commitment at Siemens. They are integral parts of our Business Conduct Guidelines and corporate strategy. [Job Postin...plate 2026 | Word]

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