Lead Controls Engineer

About the role

Seeking an experienced Lead Controls Engineer to lead the design, programming, commissioning, and support of custom automation systems and machinery. This role involves working across the full project lifecycle, from concept and design through installation and startup.

Responsibilities

• Lead controls engineering activities on complex automation projects.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance.
• Develop machine controls architecture and software architecture.
• Design electrical and controls systems using AutoCAD Electrical.
• Create and review schematics, control panels, network layouts, and bills of materials.
• Program and debug PLCs, HMIs, robots, vision systems, and industrial networks.
• Commission equipment and support factory and site acceptance testing.
• Collaborate with mechanical, software, and build teams throughout project execution.
• Ensure designs meet customer requirements and applicable industry standards.

Requirements

Education: BS in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Engineering Technology, or equivalent experience.

Experience: 10+ years in controls engineering within industrial automation or custom machinery. 4 or more of the following Hardware Design skills:

• AutoCad Electrical
• NFP79, UL508a, CE, CSA standards
• Power calculations (AC 3phase, AC 1phase, DC 5-90V, Transformers)
• Enclosure Heat calculations
• SCCR calculations
• Fluid Power flow calculations
• SISTEMA safety calculations
• Technical Supervision (5+ years)

and 3 or more of the following Programming skills:

• PLC Programming (Rockwell, Siemens, and/or Omron)
• HMI Programming (Rockwell, Siemens, and/or Omron)
• Robot Programming (Fanuc, ABB, Epson, Staubli, and/or Kuka)
• Vision Systems (Cognex, Keyence, Matrox, and/or Teledyne Dalsa)
• Industrial Protocols (Ethernet/IP, ProfiNet, EtherCat, and/or IOLink)
• Technical Supervision (5+ years)

Skills

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and lead project teams.
• Organised, detail-oriented, and innovative.
• Strong time management and prioritisation skills.