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Senior Controls Engineer

Charleston, SC, us💼 Full-time🗓 2026-04-17 → 2026-07-31

Core

Design, develop, implement, and commission complex industrial control systems and PLC logic for manufacturing processes.

Role type

Senior Controls Engineer (Industrial Automation)

Builds

Control systems, PLC logic, HMI/SCADA applications, and electrical schematics for production lines.

Domain

Industrial Automation / Manufacturing

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work

Required skills

CoDeSys (IEC 61131-3) programming, industrial networking protocols (EtherCAT, PROFINET, Modbus TCP/IP), HMI/SCADA development, electrical control panel design, safety systems integration, CAD software for electrical design, manufacturing process knowledge, OEE/cycle time optimization, system architecture design, troubleshooting and diagnostics, technical documentation, project leadership, mentorship.

Preferred skills

Master's degree in Electrical/Mechatronics/Computer Engineering, experience with safety PLCs, familiarity with specific manufacturing domains (material handling, assembly, machining).

Technologies

CoDeSys, AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, EtherCAT, PROFINET, Modbus TCP/IP, CANopen, Ethernet/IP, IEC 61131-3, ST, FBD, LD, SFC.

Responsibilities

Lead conceptualization and design of control systems including hardware selection and network architecture; Program, test, and debug PLC logic using CoDeSys; Develop reusable libraries and integrate fieldbus protocols; Lead on-site commissioning and advanced troubleshooting; Create technical documentation and ensure compliance with industry standards; Mentor junior engineers and lead technical aspects of projects.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with leadership and mentorship responsibilities.

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