Controls & Automation Engineers (Intermediate to Lead roles)

Volcanix Automation Inc.

Job Description

VOLCANIX AUTOMATION is building out a controls and automation team to commissioning and support projects in North America. We're hiring across multiple levels at once, from intermediate Controls engineers to leads. The work spans SCADA development, PLC programming, and robotics integration in a fast-paced production environment.

If you work in industrial controls and automation, we want to hear from you regardless of where you currently sit on the experience curve. Tell us where you're strongest and where you're looking to develop.

Responsibilities (Across the Team)

Develop, configure, commission, and debug control systems and automated equipment
Program and troubleshoot Siemens PLCs
Build and maintain Ignition Platform SCADA applications
Support production launches, startups, and system ramp-up activities
Perform system testing, validation, and customer acceptance activities
Collaborate with leads, PMs, and cross-functional production teams
Drive troubleshooting efforts and downtime reduction
Maintain clean documentation and adhere to client standards

For the Lead role, this also includes:

Leading and mentoring a team of controls, SCADA, and robotics engineers
Holding the technical bar across the team and coordinating with client stakeholders

Experience Level

Intermediate Controls Engineer

3+ years in industrial controls and automation
Working experience with Ignition Platform (SCADA): configuration and basic development
Siemens PLC programming (TIA Portal)
Familiarity with industrial networks (Profinet, EtherNet/IP)
Solid troubleshooting fundamentals in a production or commissioning environment
Nice to have: safety systems, motion control, vision systems, Fanuc/ABB exposure

Senior Controls Engineer

7+ years in industrial controls and automation
Strong Ignition Platform (SCADA) experience: configuration, development, deployment
Siemens PLC programming (TIA Portal)
Motion control and safety system integration
Vision systems and error proofing
Track record commissioning large-scale automation systems
Nice to have: Fanuc and/or ABB robot integration experience

Controls Engineering Lead

10+ years in industrial controls and automation, with prior team lead or supervisory experience
Strong Ignition Platform (SCADA) and Siemens PLC (TIA Portal) experience
Safety system integration and oversight, motion control, vision systems and error proofing
Proven track record commissioning large-scale automation systems and mentoring engineers

Nice to have: Fanuc and/or ABB robot integration experience

Engineering or Technical Degree is required, along with solid communication and documentation skills.

Work Authorization

We welcome candidates who are:

Eligible for TN Visa
Authorized to work and travel in North America

Additional Information

Travel and work-related expenses are covered by the company.
Work location is on-site.

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