About the role
We are seeking a hands-on Senior Controls Engineer to design, program, commission, and troubleshoot automation systems used in advanced battery manufacturing. This role supports equipment from initial development through deployment and sustaining operations.
Key responsibilities
• Design and develop industrial control systems for new manufacturing equipment. • Write PLC code from scratch and add new functionality to existing machines. • Program, troubleshoot, and commission equipment during installation and startup. • Support machinery, controls, electrical systems, and process improvements in production. • Lead controls work on larger-scope automation projects. • Integrate PLCs with robotics, vision, SCADA, HMI, and MES systems. • Develop PLC product tracking, handshakes, data transactions, and equipment interfaces. • Perform FATs, SATs, startup support, and vendor coordination. • Troubleshoot downtime, throughput, safety, and process issues. • Read and redline electrical schematics; document testing, troubleshooting, and procedures. • Provide technical guidance to junior engineers and collaborate across engineering, operations, maintenance, and vendors. • Participate in rotating off-hours on-call support.
Qualifications
• 6+ years of hands-on controls engineering experience in a manufacturing environment. • Strong Siemens PLC programming and troubleshooting experience using TIA Portal. • Rockwell Studio 5000 programming and troubleshooting experience, including legacy PanelView systems. • Experience with HMI/SCADA systems, including Ignition Perspective and Siemens WinCC. • Experience with PLC data transactions, product tracking, handshakes, and MES integration. • Ability to troubleshoot electrical and controls issues independently. • Experience with functional safety, including Siemens ProfiSafe, Rockwell CIP Safety, and hardwired safety. • Ability to read and interpret schematics, diagrams, and blueprints. • Strong written and verbal communication skills. • Team-oriented approach and ability to work effectively on complex, cross-functional projects. • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechatronics, or equivalent experience. • FANUC robotics and ROBOGUIDE. • Beckhoff TwinCAT. • FANUC DCS, Epson, or Kawasaki robotics. • Keyence or Cognex barcode scanners, inspection systems, and vision integration. • Ignition data integration, Rockwell FTView ME, IPCs, and Panel PCs. • Siemens Scalance managed switches and industrial OT networks. • AutoCAD Electrical, SolidWorks, control panel fabrication, and modification. • iba and Octoplant. • Battery manufacturing, energy storage, automotive, or other discrete manufacturing. • Batching applications and powder systems. • Powder-to-tape conversion, web handling, textiles, electrode manufacturing, or oven controls.