Controls Engineer
Job in
Starkville, Oktibbeha County, Mississippi, 39760, USA
Listed on 2026-08-29
Listing for:
SCN - Search Consulting Network
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-08-29
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Automation & Mechatronics Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Electrical Engineering -
Manufacturing / Production
Automation & Mechatronics Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Electrical Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
We are partnering with an Industry-Leading Manufacturer who is hiring for a Controls Engineer.
Company Highlights- Advanced, highly automated production environment
- Strong commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement
- Continued investment in manufacturing technology and automation
- Stable organization offering long-term career opportunities
- High-impact technical role supporting electrical, controls, robotics, and automation systems within a manufacturing environment
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related technical field required.
- 7+ years of automation experience, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
- Extensive experience with Siemens PLCs and TIA Portal required.
- Knowledge of Profibus, Profisafe, Safety Integrated, and ASI-Bus.
- Experience with FANUC Robots, FANUC Vision, Cognex Vision, and Atlas Copco tooling strongly preferred.
- Ability to create and interpret electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic schematics.
- Experience with machine risk assessments, safety evaluations, and applicable electrical codes.
- Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple automation and capital projects simultaneously.
- Microsoft Office and AutoCAD experience preferred.
- Master's Degree in Engineering or MBA is a plus.
- Design and implement modifications to electrical, robotic, PLC, and automation systems to improve uptime and reliability.
- Develop controls and automation improvements to increase manufacturing efficiency and reduce operating costs.
- Lead troubleshooting of complex PLC, robotic, electrical, and automated manufacturing equipment.
- Provide technical leadership and mentor others in automation development, equipment design, and troubleshooting.
- Review engineering designs for manufacturing feasibility and recommend improvements.
- Manage suppliers and equipment vendors throughout the design, installation, and implementation of new process equipment.
- Prepare and manage capital projects, ensuring projects remain within budget and on schedule.
- Coordinate major maintenance activities, emergency repairs, and corrective actions.
- Partner with internal teams on integrated process monitoring and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Ensure equipment and vendors comply with plant safety, electrical, automation, and ISO standards.
- Maintain accurate equipment, controls, and project documentation.
- Support Six Sigma and other continuous improvement initiatives.
- Communicate project status, risks, timing, and results to plant leadership.
- Challenge:
Lead sophisticated automation and controls projects that directly improve manufacturing uptime, reliability, efficiency, and overall plant performance. - Advancement:
Opportunity to expand technical and leadership responsibilities within a large manufacturing organization. - Comprehensive health care benefits
- 401K with Matching
- People / Culture:
Engineering-focused environment that values technical expertise, problem solving, teamwork, and continuous improvement. - Stability:
Established organization with continued investment in its manufacturing operations, equipment, and automation technologies.
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