Controls Engineer
Listed on 2026-09-02
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Engineering
Automation & Mechatronics Engineer, Systems Engineer, Electrical Engineering
Controls Engineer
We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Controls Engineer to design, develop, and implement industrial control systems. This role requires a proactive individual who can work closely with customers to define requirements and deliver effective solutions. You will be responsible for programming and troubleshooting PLCs, developing HMI and SCADA applications, and supporting system integration, FATs, SATs, startup, and commissioning activities.
Responsibilities- Design, develop, and implement industrial control systems
- Program and troubleshoot PLCs (Rockwell, Siemens, Schneider, etc.)
- Develop HMI and SCADA applications, including Ignition where applicable
- Support system integration, FATs, SATs, startup, and commissioning activities
- Work directly with customers to define requirements and deliver solutions
- Create technical documentation including functional specifications, IO lists, and test plans
- Collaborate with project managers, electrical engineers, technicians, and field teams
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Computer Science, or related technical field, or equivalent experience
- Experience with PLC programming and industrial automation
- Knowledge of industrial networks and communication protocols
- Ability to troubleshoot control systems in plant environments
- Strong communication and customer-facing skills
- Ability to travel for project work as needed
Skills & Qualifications
- Experience with Rockwell Automation Studio 5000, Factory Talk View, Ignition SCADA (particularly Ignition Certification), Siemens TIA Portal / WinCC, Wonderware / AVEVA, DCS platforms, and batch process automation
- MES integration and data center commissioning
- Electrical design using AutoCAD Electrical
- Power monitoring and critical infrastructure systems
- Experience with industrial cybersecurity principles and secure network architectures
- Familiarity with MES, IIoT, and Industry 4.0 initiatives
- Experience integrating third-party equipment, robotics, vision systems, and automated production equipment
The position requires 50% travel and operates on a 10 on 4 off schedule. You will work in diverse environments, engaging with advanced industrial technologies and systems. This role involves collaboration with various teams and clients, requiring strong communication and technical skills.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Wildwood, MO 63005.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $60000.00 - $175000.00/yr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
Medical – Blue Cross Blue Shield o Traditional PPO Buy-Up Plan option o Traditional PPO Core Plan option o High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with Health Savings Account (HSA) option
• Health Savings Account (HSA) – Health Equity o If you enroll in the HDHP medical plan option, you may be eligible to enroll in the HSA
• Voluntary Accident and Critical Illness– Mutual of Omaha
• Dental – Delta Dental o Dental coverage through Delta Dental and pays the entire premium if medical coverage through BCBS is elected. If you enroll yourself and/or your dependents in this benefit without enrolling in medical coverage, you pay premiums through semi-monthly payroll deductions.
• Vision - Eye Med
• Basic Life and AD&D and Long-term Disability (LTD) – Mutual of Omaha
• Voluntary Life and AD&D and Voluntary Short-term Disability (STD) – Mutual of Omaha o If you have not previously enrolled, you will have the option to purchase voluntary Short-term Disability o Voluntary Life has an annual $10,000 increase option for all employees who are currently on the plan but have not reached the Guarantee Issue of $150,000; any other elections will require EOI
• Flexible Spending Accounts – Health Equity o Healthcare Flexible Spending Account (FSA) o Limited Health Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA) - available if you enroll in the HDHP with HSA plan o Dependent Care Reimbursement Account (DCRA)
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