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Senior Controls & Automation Engineer

United States of America, Pensacola · Job Posted May 27, 2026
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The Senior Controls & Automation Engineer is responsible for serving as a technical authority and strategic leader for industrial automation, controls systems, and operational technology (OT) across automated manufacturing operations. This role is responsible for the architecture, design, implementation, and lifecycle support of PLC, HMI, SCADA, and OT systems enabling safe, reliable, and data‑driven production environments. The position plays a pivotal role in advancing automation standards, leveraging industrial data analytics, and supporting digital transformation initiatives while ensuring compliance with cybersecurity and safety requirements.

Job Responsibility

  • Lead the architecture, design, programming, and optimization of PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems for automated manufacturing equipment and production lines
  • Define, govern, and support OT systems and control networks, including secure integration with enterprise IT, industrial communications, and data infrastructure
  • Provide technical leadership for installation, commissioning, validation, startup, and lifecycle support of new and upgraded automation systems
  • Serve as the senior escalation authority for complex troubleshooting across controls, industrial networks, process automation, and production data flows
  • Drive continuous improvement through automation, analytics, and standardization, while mentoring engineers and ensuring compliance with safety and industrial standards

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Controls, or a related technical discipline
  • Minimum 10 years of progressive experience designing, implementing, and supporting industrial automation and control systems in manufacturing environments
  • Advanced hands‑on expertise with PLC platforms (Allen‑Bradley / Rockwell Automation preferred) and industrial control system architectures
  • Extensive experience with HMI and SCADA systems, including platforms such as FactoryTalk View, Ignition, and/or FactoryTalk Optix, as well as industrial communication protocols
  • Strong capabilities in electrical design review and advanced troubleshooting across controls, networks, motion systems, and safety‑related automation
  • Ability to travel – 20% travel, within US and International

Nice to have

  • Experience integrating PLC and SCADA systems with MES, historians, and industrial analytics platforms to enable data‑driven manufacturing initiatives such as OEE, downtime analysis, and predictive maintenance
  • Working knowledge of OT‑IT convergence, including industrial cybersecurity principles, applicable automation and safety standards, and participation in capital projects or equipment standardization efforts

What we offer

  • health care program
  • paid time off
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