Sr. Process Controls Engineer - Siemens Expert – Greensboro, NC | Apply Now

247Protas; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Greensboro, NC is hiring a Sr. Process Controls Engineer to lead automation strategies and enhance process control. Candidates should have a BS in Controls or Electrical Engineering and 7+ years of relevant experience, including expertise in DCS, SCADA, and Siemens TIA Portal. The role focuses on systems design, cybersecurity, and mentorship. Competitive salary ranges from $120,000 to $145,000 per year.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in automation and process control engineering in manufacturing plants.
• Experience in DCS, SCADA, and process automation systems.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity threats and prevention.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement automation systems including DCS, SCADA, MES, and data historians.
• Maintain process control systems to ensure product quality and operational stability.
• Identify and execute system upgrades to meet regulatory and production demands.
• Embed cybersecurity controls into daily operations.
• Resolve high-level automation issues.
• Support data analytics for process performance.
• Lead process control input for capital projects.
• Mentor junior engineers.

Skills

Automation systems design

Process control maintenance

OT cybersecurity knowledge

Education

BS in Controls or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Siemens TIA Portal

PCS7

DCS

SCADA

Job description

Sr. Process Controls Engineer – Siemens Expert – Greensboro, NC

Sr. Process Controls Engineer is responsible for leading automation strategy, OT cybersecurity, and process control improvements at a world class production facility. The role translates operational needs into cutting‑edge control system solutions that improve plant reliability, efficiency, and data‑driven performance.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement automation systems including DCS, SCADA, MES, and data historians.
• Maintain process control systems to ensure product quality and operational stability.
• Identify and execute system upgrades to meet regulatory and production demands.
• Embed OT cybersecurity controls and practices into daily operations and system design.
• Resolve high‑level issues across automation platforms and control architecture.
• Support data analytics and integrate tools that enhance visibility into process performance.
• Standardize systems, procedures, and controls to maximize reliability and consistency.
• Lead process control input for capital projects, site expansions, and technology transitions.
• Mentor junior engineers and collaborate across disciplines (process, quality, performance, instrumentation).
• Participate in the automation on‑call support rotation.
• Ensure all work is compliant with safety and operational procedures.

Qualifications

• BS in Controls or Electrical Engineering (7+ years in automation and process control engineering in manufacturing plants).
• Experience in DCS, SCADA, and process automation systems.
• Siemens TIA portal and PCS7 experience required.
• Knowledge of OT cybersecurity threats, risks, and prevention.

Compensation

Competitive pay of $120,000–$145,000 per year.