Senior Industrial Controls & Automation Specialist
Listed on 2026-09-25
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Senior
Industrial Controls & Automation Specialist
Location: New Boston, TX
Salary: $90,000–$114,000 + 15% Bonus
Relocation Assistance: Available Schedule: Day shift with flexibility based on production needs; on-call availability required for emergency support.
Sirius Staffing is seeking an experienced Senior Industrial Controls & Automation Specialist for a direct-hire opportunity in New Boston, TX. This position requires 4+ years of
controls
and automation experience, including at least 1 year of hands‑on experience applying these skills in a manufacturing or industrial environment. This is a hands‑on technical role, not a people‑management position. You ’ ll serve as the facility's key controls &
automation resource, troubleshooting &
improving PLCs, electrical systems, drives, instrumentation, and automated equipment. A bachelor's degree is NOT required.
Responsibilities
- Maintain, troubleshoot, and improve PLC and industrial automation systems.
- Troubleshoot Allen-Bradley PLCs, Control Logix/PLC-5, VFDs, HMIs, drives, motors, sensors, and electrical systems .
- Diagnose electrical, instrumentation, controls, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment issues.
- Support production and maintenance teams in resolving equipment downtime and controls issues.
- Identify and implement automation, reliability, and process improvements.
- Assist with equipment upgrades, startups, and small projects.
- Work with vendors to troubleshoot equipment and maximize uptime .
- Provide technical guidance and training to facility personnel.
- Respond to emergency controls issues as needed.
- 4 + years of controls/automation experience
required, 5+ years
preferred. - 1+ year of manufacturing or industrial experience
required. - Strong experience with Allen-Bradley/Rockwell PLCs and automation systems .
- Experience with Control Logix and/or PLC-5, VFDs, HMIs, AC/DC drives, motor controls, and instrumentation .
- Experience troubleshooting high‑and low‑voltage electrical systems.
- Ability to read electrical schematics.
- Strong troubleshooting and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and support a fast‑paced production environment.
- Willingness to work flexible hours and respond to emergency situations when needed.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. ; Sponsorship can’t be provided now or in the future .
- An Associate's degree in Industrial Instrumentation, Electrical Technology, Automation, or a related field is preferred but not required .
- Benefits starting Day 1
- A culture that strongly believes in promoting from within
- Medical/Dental/Vision
- 401k with company matching & retirement contribution
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Life Insurance/Disability Insurance
- Paid vacations and holidays
- Employee Assistance Program
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