Senior Industrial Automation & Controls Engineer (PLC, SCADA, HMI, DCS)

Senior Industrial Automation & Controls Engineer (PLC, SCADA, HMI, DCS)

Indianapolis, Indiana | Onsite

Lead Industrial Automation Projects from Design Through Commissioning

PACIV (pronounced pah-SEEV ) is looking for an experienced Senior Industrial Automation & Controls Engineer to lead the design, programming, integration, testing, startup, and commissioning of industrial control systems.

This is a client-facing engineering role responsible for delivering automation solutions utilizing PLC, SCADA, HMI, DCS, industrial networking, and control system integration technologies across pharmaceutical manufacturing, life sciences, medical device manufacturing, water & wastewater, utilities, food & beverage, and industrial manufacturing environments.

This is an engineering position focused on automation system design, implementation, and commissioning. It is NOT a maintenance, operations, or production support position.

What You Will Do

• Lead automation and control system projects from concept through startup and commissioning
• Design and develop PLC, SCADA, HMI, and DCS solutions
• Program industrial control systems and automation platforms
• Develop functional specifications, control narratives, and technical documentation
• Integrate PLCs, SCADA platforms, instrumentation, and industrial devices
• Execute FATs, SATs, startup activities, and commissioning efforts
• Troubleshoot complex automation and control system issues
• Serve as a technical resource for customers and project teams
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams and stakeholders

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related technical discipline
• 8+ years of industrial automation, controls engineering, PLC engineering, or SCADA engineering experience
• Experience leading automation projects from design through startup and commissioning
• Strong client-facing communication and technical leadership skills
• Proven experience delivering industrial automation and control system projects
• Ability to work onsite in Indianapolis, Indiana

Technical Environment

Allen-Bradley, Rockwell Automation, ControlLogix, CompactLogix, Siemens PLCs, Ignition, FactoryTalk View, Wonderware/AVEVA, iFIX, WinCC, PLC Programming, SCADA, HMI, DCS, EtherNet/IP, Modbus, Profinet, Profibus, NFPA 70E, UL 508A, IEC Standards.

Preferred Industry Experience

Experience within one or more of the following industries is highly valued:

• Pharmaceutical & Medical Device Manufacturing
• Life Sciences
• Water & Wastewater
• Utilities
• Food & Beverage Manufacturing
• Industrial Manufacturing

Why PACIV?

For more than 30 years, PACIV has delivered automation, controls, instrumentation, and validation solutions for highly regulated and industrial manufacturing environments. Join a team where you can work with leading automation technologies, partner directly with customers, lead impactful projects, and continue to grow your technical and leadership capabilities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 90% employer-paid healthcare premiums
• 401(k) with 4% company match and immediate vesting
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions
• Paid time off and company-recognized holidays
• Career growth and professional development opportunities

Additional Information

• No C2C or 1099 arrangements
• PACIV does not engage with external recruiting agencies
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States
• PACIV is unable to sponsor new employment visas or H-1B transfers

PACIV is an equal opportunity employer