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Senior Automation Controls Engineer

$95k
Full-time

Kforce's cliient is seeking an Automation Controls Engineer for an onsite role in Phoenix, AZ. This is a direct search assignment with the hiring manager. The company offers a competitive compensation package including base salary and annual bonus. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in industrial automation and controls, with experience in critical power, renewable energy, or similar industries. Key Responsibilities:

  • Design, develop, and deploy PLC and HMI solutions for power distribution systems
  • Provide hands-on support for system validation, testing, and troubleshooting
  • Collaborate on component selection and system implementation with engineering teams
  • Interface directly with customers to ensure technical requirements are understood and delivered
  • Travel to customer sites as needed (up to 20%, ~6-8 weeks annually)
  • Serve as a technical lead/mentor for junior engineers
  • BS degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineer, Mechatronics, Robotics or similar field or equivalent work experience
  • 7-9+ years of experience in automation or related engineering fields
  • Strong background in industrial automation and controls for Power Distribution Systems
  • 2+ years of field support experience for automated systems
  • 2+ years of Codesys programming experience
  • Solid understanding of IEC 61131-3 standards
Preferred Experience:
  • Experience designing and deploying PLC/HMI systems for power distribution
  • Familiarity with electrical panel design
  • Experience with platforms such as Rockwell, Siemens, Modicon, or Honeywell TDC

Vacancy posted 15 days ago
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