Senior Controls Engineer — Warehouse Automation Leader

Wayfair; Augusta (ME); Remote; USD 134,550 - 172,500; Full time

Job summary

Wayfair’s Controls/Software Engineering team in Augusta, ME seeks a Senior Controls Engineer to design, develop, and support SCADA and PLC code for warehouse automation systems. You will drive drive production, integrate with WCS/WMS interfaces, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver end-to-end hardware and software solutions.

The role requires a strong background in factory automation, Ignition 8.x, PLC programming (Allen Bradley/Siemens), Python, SQL, and a passion for

Qualifications

• 10+ years of engineering experience in material handling or warehouse automation.
• Proficient in Ignition SCADA development and PLC programming.
• Strong knowledge of Ethernet networking and SQL databases.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and support SCADA and PLC code for warehouse automation.
• Create and maintain Ignition 8.x SCADA projects and PLC logic for conveyors.
• Develop APIs and data interfaces with WCS/WMS systems.
• Provide remote support and manage code versioning and documentation.

Skills

Ignition 8.x

Python

Java

C#

SQL

PLC programming

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Wayfair’s Controls/Software Engineering team in Augusta, ME seeks a Senior Controls Engineer to design, develop, and support SCADA and PLC code for warehouse automation systems. You will drive drive production, integrate with WCS/WMS interfaces, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver end-to-end hardware and software solutions.

The role requires a strong background in factory automation, Ignition 8.x, PLC programming (Allen Bradley/Siemens), Python, SQL, and a passion for