Lead Electrical Controls Engineer
Liberty Personnel Services, Inc.
Job Details:
Lead Electrical Controls Engineer
Join a well-established, forward-thinking automation integrator with decades of success delivering cutting-edge control systems across municipal water, wastewater, and industrial infrastructure. This is an opportunity to step into a high-impact leadership role where you will drive technical execution, mentor engineering teams, and lead critical automation projects that communities rely on every day.
Why This Role Stands Out
- Leadership & Ownership – Lead multidisciplinary controls projects from concept through commissioning
- Technical Influence – Guide automation standards, system architecture, and best practices
- Modern Technology Stack – Work across leading PLC/HMI platforms and advanced communications systems
- Highly Visible Work – Your solutions directly support essential infrastructure and public utilities
- Company Vehicle + Personal Use – Take home a fully provided vehicle you can use outside of work
- Strong Stability – Backed by decades of industry success and consistent project flow
What You’ll Do
- Lead the design and development of PLC and HMI applications for complex SCADA systems
- Oversee control system commissioning, including instrumentation, drives, and motor controls
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to controls engineers and field personnel
- Manage project execution, schedules, technical deliverables, and client coordination
- Implement and troubleshoot industrial communication networks including fiber, radio telemetry, and broadband systems
- Serve as the primary technical advisor to clients throughout project lifecycle and ongoing support
- Support proposal development, system architecture decisions, and process improvements
What We’re Looking For
- Strong PLC programming background (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Modicon, GE, or similar)
- Experience with HMI/SCADA platforms (FactoryTalk, Wonderware, Cimplicity, Ignition, etc.)
- Proven ability to lead controls projects and coordinate technical teams
- Strong troubleshooting and commissioning experience within industrial environments
- Ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining high attention to detail
- Strong communication skills with clients, engineering teams, and end users
- Degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, or related field preferred
Travel
- Approximately 25% overnight travel within the Midwest
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Company vehicle (available for personal use)
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) with company contribution
- Paid time off and holidays
- Life insurance
To apply, send your resume to: View email address on libertyjobs.com
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