Senior Controls Technician - PLC/SCADA Automation Lead

Jacobs

New Orleans (LA)

On-site

USD 134,000 - 184,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan

Stock purchase program

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a seasoned Controls Technician to design, develop, and lead automation projects for a semiconductor facility in Santa Clara, CA. You will drive PLC/HMI programming, system architecture, and end-to-end commissioning while mentoring engineers and upholding safety and cybersecurity standards.

Ideal candidates have 8+ years in automation, strong PLC/HMI skills across multiple platforms, and proven project leadership.

Qualifications

8+ years of experience in PLC/HMI programming or industrial automation.
Expert-level PLC programming across one or more platforms.
Experience leading automation projects and system commissioning.
Strong knowledge of control system design, electrical systems, and industrial processes.

Responsibilities

Design and develop advanced PLC programs using modular architectures.
Lead development of HMI/SCADA systems focusing on usability and reliability.
Architect full automation solutions including PLC, HMI, SCADA, networks and devices.
Oversee system integration with databases, historians, and enterprise systems.
Lead troubleshooting and root cause analysis for complex issues.
Manage testing, validation, and onsite commissioning activities.
Establish and enforce PLC/HMI programming standards and best practices.
Review electrical designs, control strategies, and system documentation.
Collaborate with project managers, clients, vendors, and cross-functional teams.
Mentor junior engineers and ensure safety and cybersecurity standards.