Lead Controls Systems Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Lead Controls Systems Engineer

Location: Greater Seattle Area, WA
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: $65,000 - $120,000

A growing industrial automation and systems integration company is seeking a Controls Systems Engineer to join its engineering team. This position is responsible for the design, programming, integration, testing, and commissioning of industrial automation systems for a variety of manufacturing and process control applications. The role offers a mix of office-based engineering work and field commissioning at customer sites throughout the Pacific Northwest.

Responsibilities

• Design industrial control systems, including electrical schematics and control panel layouts using AutoCAD Electrical.
• Develop PLC, HMI, and SCADA applications for industrial automation projects.
• Program and troubleshoot Allen-Bradley, Siemens, GE, Modicon, Koyo, and similar PLC platforms.
• Configure and commission variable frequency drives (VFDs), soft starters, motor starters, and motor control systems.
• Select, configure, calibrate, and troubleshoot process instrumentation including flow, pressure, temperature, and level devices.
• Design and configure industrial Ethernet, serial, and wireless communication networks using protocols such as EtherNet/IP, Modbus TCP, Profibus, and Profinet.
• Perform factory testing, startup, commissioning, and field troubleshooting of automation systems.
• Support project execution by coordinating with customers, contractors, vendors, and internal departments.
• Assist with project scheduling, change orders, documentation, and customer support throughout the project lifecycle.
• Maintain compliance with applicable electrical and industrial automation standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field preferred.
• Experience designing electrical schematics using AutoCAD Electrical.
• Hands-on PLC programming experience, preferably with Allen-Bradley platforms.
• Experience developing HMI and SCADA applications.
• Knowledge of industrial networking technologies including EtherNet/IP, Modbus TCP, Profibus, Profinet, and serial communications.
• Familiarity with UL 508A, NEC, and NFPA 79 standards.
• Strong troubleshooting skills involving industrial electrical, instrumentation, and automation systems.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and customer service skills.
• Ability to travel to customer sites throughout the region for startup and commissioning activities.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary: $65,000–$120,000 , based on experience
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• 401(k) with employer match
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid vacation, holidays, and parental leave
• Flexible work schedule
• Opportunities for professional growth and technical development

Qualified candidates should send their resume to .

Patrick DelGaone

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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.