Controls Engineer – PA, GA or MA
We are seeking an experienced Controls Engineer in several locations specifically Pennsylvania, Georgia and Massachusetts.
In this role, you will specify, design, implement, and upgrade complex control systems and software for high-speed production equipment and industrial processes. This position supports controls engineering project requirements including PLC / DCS programming, HMI / SCADA development, database management, control panel design, instrumentation specification, engineering documentation, system check-out, and commissioning support.
You will work closely with cross-functional teams and play a key role in improving machine performance, driving engineering excellence, and supporting operational success.
Key Responsibilities
- Conceptualize, detail, and implement control systems for industrial processes and machinery that meet client and internal requirements.
- Develop control system architectures and select appropriate components.
- Create and modify electrical schematic drawings and system documentation (AutoCAD).
- Program controllers (PLC, DCS, RTU), including Rockwell, Siemens, and Emerson DeltaV.
- Program HMI / SCADA systems (e.g., Rockwell FactoryTalk, Ignition) and develop visualization interfaces.
- Design and implement servo systems, motors, drives, sensors, vision systems, and data-collection solutions.
- Develop databases (SQL or similar) for archiving and displaying historical system data, supporting MES and production data collection.
- Implement complex modifications in PLC logic, HMI / SCADA programs, DCS logic, and servo controller logic to improve system performance.
- Perform software assessments and modifications to controls programs.
System Integration & Commissioning
Support control panel design, instrumentation specification, field device integration, and associated NEC-compliant electrical design.Conduct system checkout, advanced troubleshooting, and commissioning at client and internal facilities.Lead and support the diagnosis of electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and process-related issues.Project Leadership & Collaboration
Collaborate closely with Engineering, Maintenance, Production, OEMs, vendors, and contractors during the design, installation, commissioning, and startup of equipment and control systems.Lead small capital projects and drive improvements from concept to completion.Serve as a technical lead and provide guidance to junior engineers and technicians.Act as a Project Manager on smaller-scale projects as needed.Provide technical training and coaching to Controls team members, Production, Warehouse, and other personnel.Maintain strong client-facing communication and relationship management skills.Standards, Compliance, and Continuous Improvement
Ensure control system designs meet safety, automation, and regulatory requirements.Stay current with emerging controls technologies, industry trends, and safety standards.Apply functional safety principles and risk-based machine design methodologies.Maintain a strong sense of urgency and uphold a zero-loss-time, safety-driven mindset.Education & Experience Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Electro-Mechanical Engineering, Electrical / Control Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation Engineering, Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.Minimum 3+ years of experience with industrial control systems ( 5+ years preferred ).Advanced knowledge of PLC platforms (Rockwell, Siemens) and HMI / SCADA platforms (Rockwell, Ignition).Experience with DCS systems such as Emerson DeltaV.Understanding of electrical theory, control panel design, power distribution (up to 480VAC), and applicable NEC standards.Knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.Proficiency with controller programming languages such as Ladder Logic, Structured Text, Sequential Function Chart, etc.Working knowledge of field instrumentation and process control devices.Ability to travel as required