Sr. Automation & Controls Engineer

About the role

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. This is a Contract to Hire, fully onsite position based out of Dallas, TX. The position is anticipated to close on Oct 27, 2026.

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/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the 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)