Senior Controls Engineer - REMOTE
Work Location: Breinigsville, Pennsylvania Shift: No Department: EL-ND-OMNC Controls & Electrical Engineering Recruiter: Laura Dockery This information is for internals only. Please do not share outside of the organization. Location: The Senior Controls Engineer is a remote position with preference given to candidates in Allentown, PA, Chandler, AZ, and Austin, TX. There will be approximately 10% domestic and international travel required to meet business needs. Your Role: The Delivery Systems and Services global engineering team is seeking an accomplished Senior Controls Engineer with a minimum of 8 years of experience in PLC, HMI, and SCADA programming, ideally within the semiconductor, pharmaceutical, chemicals, and food industries. The successful candidate will be tasked with designing, developing, and implementing control systems for various industrial applications. This position demands a robust understanding of automation technologies and the ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment. Key Responsibilities: • Design and develop control system architectures using PLC, HMI, and SCADA technologies. • Program, test, and troubleshoot PLCs and HMIs to ensure optimal performance and functionality. • Conduct system integration and validation testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. • Provide technical support and troubleshooting for existing control systems. • Develop and maintain system documentation, including functional specifications and user manuals. • Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies to enhance control system capabilities. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project requirements and specifications. • Mentor junior engineers and provide guidance on best practices in control system design and implementation. Who You Are Minimum Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science or a related field. • 8+ years of experience in PLC, HMI, and SCADA programming. Preferred Qualifications: • MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science or a related field. • Experience in the semiconductor, pharmaceutical, chemicals, and food industries preferred. • Proficient in programming languages such as ladder logic, structured text, and function block diagrams. • Familiarity with major PLC brands, particularly Siemens and Omron, with a strong preference for experience with Siemens platforms. • In-depth knowledge of industrial communication protocols (e.g., Ethernet/IP, Modbus, Profibus, DeviceNet, ControlNet). • SCADA experience with Cimplicity or Ignition is advantageous. • Familiarity with process control systems and instrumentation. • Excellent problem-solving skills and meticulous attention to detail. • Strong communication and interpersonal skills. • Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices for industrial control systems is advantageous. • Professional certifications related to automation or control systems will be advantageous. Pay Range for this position: $130,700 - $196,100 The offer range represents the anticipated low and high end of the base pay compensation for this position. The actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level of experience, education, skills, and other job-related factors. Position may be eligible for sales or performance-based bonuses. Benefits offered by the Company include health insurance, paid time off (PTO), retirement contributions, and other perquisites. For more information click here. The Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, gender identity, transgender status, marital status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy of Equal Employment Opportunity applies to all policies and programs relating to recruitment and hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Any applicant or employee who believes they have been discriminated against by the Company or anyone acting on behalf of the Company must report any concerns to their Human Resources Business Partner, Legal, or Compliance immediately. The Company will not retaliate against any individual because they made a good faith report of discrimination. Apply tot his job