Controls Engineer
$101,379–$101,379 year
On-site · Maryland Heights, Missouri, United States
Job Summary
Senior Controls/Automation Engineer to design, develop, and optimize automation control systems for industrial processes and warehouse equipment (conveyors, sortation, scanners, cameras, print-and-apply systems, SCADA). Serve as site technical expert for automation control systems; design and troubleshoot PLC/PC controllers and industrial networks; govern automation documentation and change management; collaborate with operations, engineering, and support teams to optimize material handling systems and deliver projects. Provide advanced troubleshooting and escalation support, including remote assistance, root cause analysis, and vendor coordination; monitor system performance and drive continuous improvement projects; communicate technical issues, timelines, and workarounds to stakeholders. Requires Bachelor’s degree in CS/EE/automation or 3+ years’ experience, 3+ years PLC automation, 2+ years robotics/work cells, leadership experience, CMMS proficiency, strong communication skills, and adaptability to evolving technologies.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, electrical engineering, automation engineering, or equivalent, OR 3+ years equivalent professional experience
- 3+ years of PLC-controlled automation experience, including Ladder Logic and structured programming (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, or Codesys) and issue diagnosis in production environments
- 2+ years with robotics work cells, control systems, electrical theory, controls components, and automated equipment
- Leadership experience in directing, training, and mentoring automation engineers
- Proficiency in CMMS use, troubleshooting, and coordinating maintenance with multiple stakeholders
- Strong communication skills, policy interpretation, and continuous improvement mindset
- Ability to adapt to evolving technologies and build scalable automation solutions
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