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Senior Lead Controls & Robotics Engineer

$100k - $150k

Liberty Personnel Services, Inc.

Job Details:

Senior Lead Controls & Robotics Engineer

We are seeking a hands-on Lead Controls & Robotics Engineer to lead the design and implementation of advanced automation systems integrating industrial controls, robotics, machine vision, motion control, and custom automation equipment .

This is an opportunity for a technically strong engineer who enjoys leading complex projects, mentoring other engineers, and remaining hands-on from system concept and design through commissioning and production startup .

What You'll Do

  • Serve as the technical lead on complex automation and system integration projects.
  • Lead and mentor Controls, Robotics, and Vision Engineers while providing technical direction throughout project execution.
  • Design and program PLC, HMI, motion control, robotics, and machine vision systems .
  • Work with controls platforms including Allen-Bradley/Rockwell, Siemens, and Beckhoff .
  • Develop and integrate robotic applications using FANUC, ABB, KUKA, UR, and Denso .
  • Design and implement machine vision applications using Cognex, Keyence, and Matrox Imaging .
  • Develop vision-guided robotic applications for inspection, measurement, verification, barcode/OCR, and 2D/3D vision applications.
  • Integrate controls, robotics, vision, sensors, motion systems, and industrial networks into complete automation solutions.
  • Lead FAT, SAT, commissioning, debugging, customer acceptance testing, and production startup .
  • Provide advanced troubleshooting and optimization of automation systems in manufacturing environments.
  • Establish engineering standards, reusable code libraries, and documentation practices.
  • Review and manage structured BOMs, electrical drawings, and project documentation .
  • Manage technical scope, project priorities, schedules, vendors, and engineering changes.
  • Ensure systems meet applicable safety and electrical standards, including UL 508A requirements.
  • Work directly with customers, vendors, manufacturing teams, and internal engineering groups.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Automation Engineering, or related technical discipline .
  • 5+ years of experience in industrial automation, controls, robotics, machine vision, or systems integration.
  • Strong hands-on experience with Rockwell/Allen-Bradley PLC programming required .
  • Experience with Siemens and/or Beckhoff is highly desirable.
  • Strong background in robotics, machine vision, motion control, sensors, and industrial automation.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead projects independently from concept through commissioning.
  • Experience mentoring engineers or providing technical leadership.
  • Experience working for an automation integrator, OEM, custom machine builder, or project-based manufacturing environment preferred.
  • Strong troubleshooting, communication, leadership, and customer-facing skills.
  • Comfortable working in a lean environment and taking ownership of multiple projects.
  • Ability to travel approximately 25% .

Compensation & Benefits

  • $100,000 – $150,000 +
  • Bonus Potential
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package
  • Flexible Work Environment
  • Opportunity to lead technically challenging automation, robotics, and machine vision projects

Work Authorization

  • U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident (Green Card Holder)

To Apply

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