Senior PLC Controls Engineer – Lead Distributed Systems

Physics World

Lake Forest (CA)

On-site

USD 140,000 - 170,000

Full time

10 days ago
Application generator

Get a reply from this employer — a resume and cover letter tailored to exactly what they’re hiring for.

Get past ATS filters

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits
Dental benefits
Vision benefits
401(k) with company match
Paid vacation
Sick time
December company holiday
Wellness program
Parental leave

Job summary

TAE Technologies is seeking a Lead Controls Engineer to head a small team of 5–6 engineers and drive the design, procurement, and operation of PLC systems for advanced scientific and medical applications.

You will oversee distributed PLC projects using ControlLogix, GuardLogix, and HMI tools, with travel and collaboration across disciplines. A strong background in PLC architecture and safety systems is essential.

Qualifications

  • 4+ years hands-on experience designing, specifying, procuring, and installing distributed PLC systems from the ground up.
  • 2+ years of leading engineering teams in developing, programming, and installing PLC control systems.
  • Proven ability to manage and document large, complex systems.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design and development of distributed PLC control systems for advanced scientific and medical projects.
  • Oversee the procurement, production, and installation of PLC systems.
  • Oversee commissioning, operation, and continuous enhancement of complex distributed control systems.

Skills

Distributed PLC design
Team leadership
Allen-Bradley ControlLogix
Studio 5000
HMI design
Documentation of complex systems
GuardLogix
CAD/ECAD

Education

B.S. in Electrical Engineering
10+ years managerial/engineering experience

Tools

E-Plan
AutoCAD
Confluence
Jira

Job description

TAE Technologies is seeking a Lead Controls Engineer to head a small team of 5–6 engineers and drive the design, procurement, and operation of PLC systems for advanced scientific and medical applications.

You will oversee distributed PLC projects using ControlLogix, GuardLogix, and HMI tools, with travel and collaboration across disciplines. A strong background in PLC architecture and safety systems is essential.

Get your free, confidential resume review.

or drag and drop your file here.

Similar jobs

Similar jobs worth comparing

Lead PLC Controls Engineer for Scientific & Medical Systems
Lead PLC Controls Engineer for Scientific & Medical Systems

TAE Technologies, Inc • Lake Forest (CA)

On-site
USD 140,000 - 170,000
Medical, dental, vision
401(k) with company match
Paid vacation + sick time
+4
Lead PLC Controls Engineer & Team Lead (Equity Eligible)
Lead PLC Controls Engineer & Team Lead (Equity Eligible)

Fusion Energy Base • Lake Forest (CA)

On-site
USD 140,000 - 170,000
Medical, Dental, Vision
401(K) with company match
Paid vacation + sick time
Senior Controls Engineer - PLC/SCADA Automation Lead
Senior Controls Engineer - PLC/SCADA Automation Lead

E Tech Group • Northern (KY)

Hybrid
USD 90,000 - 120,000
401k match
Medical, Dental, Vision
Paid time off
+1
Lead Controls Engineer - PLC
Lead Controls Engineer - PLC

Fusion Energy Base • Lake Forest (CA)

On-site
USD 140,000 - 170,000
Medical, Dental, Vision
401(K) with company match
Paid vacation + sick time
Senior Controls Engineer — PLC/SCADA Lead & Commissioning
Senior Controls Engineer — PLC/SCADA Lead & Commissioning

Jobot • Tulsa (OK)

On-site
USD 120,000 - 160,000
Senior Plant Controls Lead: 24/7 Automation & Upgrades
Senior Plant Controls Lead: 24/7 Automation & Upgrades

TAI • Arlington (VA)

On-site
USD 120,000 - 175,000
Annual Profit Sharing Bonus
PTO and Paid Holidays
Health Benefits
+2
Senior Controls Engineer - PLC/SCADA, Travel-Heavy
Senior Controls Engineer - PLC/SCADA, Travel-Heavy

E Tech Group • Plano (TX)

On-site
USD 90,000 - 120,000
401k + match + prompt enrollment
Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
Generous paid time off
+1
Lead Controls Engineer - PLC
Lead Controls Engineer - PLC

Physics World • Lake Forest (CA)

On-site
USD 140,000 - 170,000
Medical benefits
Dental benefits
Vision benefits
+6
Senior Controls Engineer: PLC/SCADA & DDC Lead
Senior Controls Engineer: PLC/SCADA & DDC Lead

Anysilicon • Lithia Springs (GA)

On-site
USD 110,000 - 140,000
Senior Automation Controls Engineer - PLC & Robotics Lead
Senior Automation Controls Engineer - PLC & Robotics Lead

L&T Technology Services • Peoria (IL)

On-site
USD 95,000 - 135,000