Senior Controls Engineer

Reporting to the Industrial Controls Manager, the Senior Controls Engineer plays a vital role in delivering and maintaining advanced automation systems at customer sites. You will lead installations, commissioning, FAT/SAT testing, and troubleshooting, while providing expert remote and on-site support and training. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with vendors, demonstrate technical expertise, and ensure high-quality service that drives customer success.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Travel to customer sites for installations, commissioning, FAT/SAT testing, and troubleshooting of advanced automation systems;

Serve as the primary on-call technician, responding promptly to emergency service requests;

Provide remote and on-site technical support to assist with system operation, maintenance, and issue resolution;

Develop, modify, and optimize PLC, HMI, and SCADA programs tailored to customer needs;

Implement and support safety systems, conducting FMEAs to mitigate operational risks;

Integrate robotics, motion control, and machine vision systems for precision automation solutions;

Configure and fine-tune VFDs and industrial networks to maximize system efficiency and uptime;

Document system configurations and site activities clearly for internal teams and customers;

Stay current with emerging technologies, recommending enhancements that improve performance and scalability.

The ideal candidate is a Senior Controls Engineer or Technologist with expertise in programming and troubleshooting control systems, and a desire to be hands-on in the field. You thrive on providing exceptional service during service calls and on-call support, solving complex technical issues while exceeding customer expectations. With strong problem-solving skills and adaptability, you deliver reliable solutions in dynamic environments. Committed to safety, quality, and teamwork, you build strong relationships across all levels of the organization.