Sr. Automation & Controls Engineer

Overview

We are seeking a Controls Engineer with strong experience in both Allen‑Bradley PLC programming and Ignition SCADA development. This role will support the design, programming, commissioning, and troubleshooting of industrial automation systems from start to finish.

Responsibilities

• Program, modify, and troubleshoot Allen‑Bradley PLCs using Studio 5000 (ControlLogix/CompactLogix).
• Develop and maintain Ignition SCADA applications, HMIs, dashboards, and alarms.
• Support system startup, commissioning, FAT/SAT testing, and troubleshooting.
• Integrate PLCs, SCADA, VFDs, instrumentation, and field devices.
• Work with project teams, technicians, and customers to deliver automation solutions.
• Optimize and improve control system performance and reliability.
• Provide documentation and technical support throughout project lifecycles.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of controls engineering experience.
• Strong Allen‑Bradley PLC programming experience with Studio 5000.
• Hands‑on Ignition SCADA development experience (Vision and/or Perspective).
• Experience with commissioning, startup, and troubleshooting in industrial environments.
• Knowledge of industrial communication protocols such as EtherNet/IP, Modbus, and OPC UA.
• Ability to work independently and support multiple projects.
• Preferred experience in manufacturing, data centers, water/wastewater, or industrial automation environments.
• Familiarity with SQL databases and industrial networking.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $60.00 – $75.00 per hour. Compensation within this range will depend on qualifications, skills, experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other relevant factors.

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions
• Life Insurance (voluntary life & AD&D for employee and dependents)
• Short and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time off/leave (PTO, vacation or sick leave)

Location & Workplace

This is a fully onsite contract position based in Plano, TX.

Application Deadline

Anticipated closing date: September 30, 2026.