Senior Controls Engineer

At VCS, we don’t just build systems. We engineer solutions that make production lines smarter, faster, and more reliable. We’re looking for a Senior Controls Engineer who is ready to step into a leadership role with real ownership, guiding projects, mentoring others, and shaping how we execute.

• Lead automation projects from concept through commissioning while driving technical excellence across the team.
• Own and lead multiple automation projects simultaneously from design to startup.
• Architect and develop PLC-based control systems (primarily Rockwell / Allen‑Bradley).
• Lead programming efforts for HMIs, VFDs, and industrial networks.
• Provide oversight and direction on panel design and layouts using AutoCAD Electrical.
• Act as the technical lead in collaboration with clients, project managers, and the build team.
• Guide projects to get it right the first time, setting standards and ensuring quality.
• Lead installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting efforts at customer sites (about 10% overnight travel).
• Mentor junior engineers and technicians, helping raise the technical bar across the company.
• Evaluate and implement new automation technologies and best practices.
• Play a key role in maintaining and expanding Rockwell System Integrator certifications.

• 6+ years of hands‑on controls experience with full lifecycle project execution.
• Proven ability to lead projects and take ownership of outcomes.
• Deep expertise with Rockwell Automation platforms and software.
• Strong AutoCAD Electrical experience and ability to review others’ work.
• Solid understanding of UL508A, NEC, ISO 13849, and industrial safety systems.
• Strong communication skills, especially in client‑facing and leadership situations.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and timelines without losing quality.
• Bachelor’s in Electrical or Computer Engineering, or equivalent real‑world experience.
• Willingness to travel approximately 10%.
• Located within 2 hours of Clarksville, AR to support local clients.

Pay
: $90,000 to $115,000 DOE

• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Parental leave
• Ongoing training and certifications (including TÜV FS Technician and advanced Rockwell credentials)
• Flexible, remote-friendly work environment with some onsite client work

We are a small team with a big opportunity. This role is not about maintaining the status quo. It is about helping shape the future of our engineering team.

You will have direct ownership of multiple key projects, influence how we design and execute work, and play a major role in scaling the company. There is significant room for growth here, whether that means becoming a technical authority, building out a team under you, or stepping into broader leadership.

If you are ready to lead, make decisions that matter, and grow with a company that values ownership and initiative, we want to talk.

Location: Hybrid, based in Clarksville, AR (72830)