Lead Electrical Controls Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Lead Electrical Controls Engineer

We are seeking a Lead Electrical Controls Engineer to provide technical leadership for industrial automation projects while mentoring engineering staff and serving as the primary technical resource for customers. This role combines hands-on PLC programming and system integration with project leadership, commissioning, and customer support. The ideal candidate has a strong background in industrial automation, Rockwell control systems, and leading projects from concept through startup.

• Lead automation and controls projects from design through commissioning, ensuring quality, schedule, and customer satisfaction.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to Controls Engineers and Automation Technicians.
• Design, develop, program, and troubleshoot PLC, HMI, and industrial control systems.
• Establish programming standards, review code, and ensure consistency across engineering projects.
• Review customer specifications and develop cost-effective automation solutions.
• Coordinate engineering activities with customers, vendors, manufacturing, and project management.
• Lead system startup, commissioning, troubleshooting, and field service activities at customer facilities.
• Provide advanced technical support for complex automation and electrical control issues.
• Assist with proposal development, project estimating, and technical sales support.
• Evaluate automation hardware and negotiate with suppliers to secure competitive pricing.
• Maintain project documentation, testing procedures, and engineering standards.

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• 3+ years of industrial controls or automation engineering experience.
• Proven experience leading automation projects and mentoring junior engineers.
• Strong experience with Rockwell Automation platforms, including:
  • Studio 5000 / RSLogix 500
  • FactoryTalk View Studio
  • Connected Components Workbench
  • Microsoft Office
• Strong understanding of PLC programming, HMI development, electrical controls, and industrial automation system design.
• Experience with industrial Ethernet networking and communication protocols.
• SQL and VBA experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of industrial power distribution is preferred.
• Ability to travel as needed for project startup, commissioning, and customer support.
• Ability to work safely in industrial environments while wearing required PPE.

• Strong leadership and project management abilities.
• Excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Outstanding communication and customer relationship skills.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Self-motivated with a continuous improvement mindset.

• Competitive salary
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development and advancement opportunities

Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: On-site with travel to customer facilities as required.

To Apply: Please send your resume to .

Patrick DelGaone

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#Midsenior

#Engineering

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Libertyjobs.com has become an essential destination site for experienced job seekers. Our recruiters are continually posting active job openings to the website. Feel free to search our database of open positions and apply for your next career move!\n\nHundreds of new jobs are listed on the site every month in a wide range of industries and locations. Last year we had over 900,000 unique job seekers visit our website, which means over 75,000 skilled job seekers search our openings every month.\n\nEstablished in 2003, Liberty Personnel quickly grew into one of the largest technical recruiting agencies on the East Coast. Today, Liberty Personnel has a national presence and a diverse client base. Listed below are a number of the industries and openings we work on:\n\nInformation Technology, Software Programmers, Engineering, Manufacturing, Legal, Plant Maintenance, Construction, Oil and Gas, Medical Communications, Accounting, Finance, Electronics, Scientific, Medical Device, Sales, Pharmaceutical, Admin, Automation, Controls, Civil, HVAC, Wastewater, Structural, Electrical, Chemists, Validations, Logistics, Food Production, Renewable Energy and Machinists.