Senior Controls Project Engineer

The Senior Controls Project Engineer is responsible for supporting the controls design, PLC/HMI development, and implementation of electrical control systems and automation software for conveyor and sortation systems in the material handling industry.

Requirements

• Support the design and implementation of electrical and control systems for automated material handling projects.
• Develop and implement PLC and HMI programs (primarily Rockwell Automation; Beckhoff and Codesys experience a plus).
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and software engineering teams to define requirements and deliver integrated system solutions.
• Manage and mentor controls and commissioning engineers, providing technical guidance and performance feedback.
• Participate in system integration, testing, and on-site commissioning, ensuring successful start-up and customer acceptance.
• Provide feedback to software development teams and improve standard PLC control libraries, templates, and best practices across projects.
• Coordinate and communicate with software development teams to ensure PLC/HMI software is developed in alignment with established in-house standards.
• Collaborate with stakeholders (project management, operations, and customers) to align designs with business and project goals.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve control system issues in production and commissioning phases.
• Stay current with emerging automation technologies, industrial networking standards, and software development practices.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Benefits package
• Opportunities for professional growth and development