Lead Automation Engineer – PLC/SCADA & Client Liaison
Listed on 2026-05-27
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Engineering
Systems Engineer, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Design & Technologists, Software Engineer
Reasons to Work Here
- Employee-owned company with a collaborative culture
- Work on diverse automation projects across multiple industries
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
- Opportunities for technical growth and career advancement
- Platform-independent environment using the best technology for each project
You will take on hands‑on technical work, project leadership, and client interaction. You will lead the technical delivery of automation projects, work closely with clients, and guide small engineering teams through the design, development, and commissioning phases. If you enjoy solving complex control challenges while also serving as a trusted technical partner to customers, this opportunity is for you.
Responsibilities- Develop and implement PLC, HMI, and SCADA programs based on project specifications
- Design control systems, including panel layouts, instrumentation, and system architecture
- Create control narratives, sequences of operation, and system specifications
- Lead FATs, commissioning, and field support (some travel required)
- Manage project scope, schedule, and budget while coordinating engineering resources
- Serve as the primary technical contact for clients, leading design reviews and project updates
- Support proposal development, project scoping, and estimating
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Computer Science
- 10+ years of experience in industrial automation, controls, or systems integration
- 3+ years leading projects with direct client interaction
- Experience with PLC platforms (Allen‑Bradley, Siemens, Modicon, GE)
- Experience with HMI/SCADA platforms (Ignition, Wonderware, Cimplicity, Factory Talk View)
- Knowledge of industrial networking, client/server systems, and testing/commissioning processes
- Strong communication, problem‑solving, and project organization skills
To comply with some state laws, the annual base salary range for this position has been provided. The range given is broad and should be considered as a guideline only. Our client will consider a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, the salaries of current employees in similar roles, and other factors when extending an offer.
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