Controls & Automation Engineer
Core
Design, implement, and optimize automation, controls, and digital manufacturing systems to improve safety, reliability, quality, and productivity in manufacturing operations.
Role type
Senior Controls & Automation Project Engineer
Builds
PLC, HMI, SCADA, industrial network, robotics, and digital factory systems for manufacturing plants
Domain
Industrial Automation / Manufacturing / Food & Beverage / Pharmaceutical
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | infrastructure
Required skills
PLC programming (Rockwell, Allen-Bradley, Siemens), HMI/SCADA systems, industrial networking (Ethernet/IP, Profinet, Modbus), instrumentation and process control, electrical troubleshooting, VFDs and motor controls, project management, capital project leadership
Preferred skills
FactoryTalk View, FactoryTalk Batch, FactoryTalk AssetCentre, OSI PI, robotics and vision inspection systems, SQL databases, Power BI, automation dashboard development, ISA/PMP/TÜV certifications
Technologies
Rockwell, Allen-Bradley, Siemens, FactoryTalk View, FactoryTalk Batch, FactoryTalk AssetCentre, OSI PI, Ethernet/IP, Profinet, Modbus, Power BI, SQL
Responsibilities
Design, program, troubleshoot, and optimize PLC, HMI, SCADA, VFD, servo, and motion control systems; Lead commissioning, startup, FAT, SAT, IQ/OQ, and validation activities; Manage automation and controls projects from concept through startup and handover; Identify opportunities to improve OEE, waste, throughput, and energy consumption; Ensure automation systems comply with corporate cyber security standards and GMP/Food Safety regulations; Provide technical coaching and training to maintenance technicians and operations personnel
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with project leadership