Senior Controls Engineer | Industrial Automation | Albuquerque, NM | $121K - $130K

Job Title: Senior Controls Engineer

Location: Albuquerque, NM (On-site)
Experience Level: Mid-Senior
Education: Bachelor's Degree
Industry: Industrial Automation
Salary: $121,000 - $130,000
Relocation Assistance: No
Visa Sponsorship: Not available

Job Description

We have an opening for a Senior Controls Engineer in Albuquerque, NM. This role involves leading the delivery of automation systems for a diverse range of industries, including semiconductor, life sciences, food and beverage, and more. You will have the opportunity to lead a team, interact directly with clients, and guide the development and implementation of automation solutions using PLC, DCS, HMI, and SCADA platforms.

In this leadership role, you will oversee the full project lifecycle from requirements gathering and specification development to testing, commissioning, and qualification of automation systems. This is a key position within the organization, and success is measured by securing repeat business with both new and existing clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver innovative automation solutions for industrial processes and machinery, either independently or leading a team.

• Develop control system architectures, select appropriate components, and create detailed schematic diagrams and system documentation.

• Program PLC, DCS, and RTU controllers, develop HMI/SCADA visualization, and build databases for historical data storage and display.

• Implement and commission control systems at client facilities.

• Work with industrial networking protocols (Ethernet/IP, Profinet, Modbus, etc.) to design and implement fiber, wired, and wireless systems.

• Lead project management activities, including developing project execution plans, schedules, task prioritization, budget tracking, and conflict resolution.

• Oversee daily operations of projects up to $1M and ensure project profitability.

• Provide technical leadership on design standards, mentoring junior engineers and technicians.

• Serve as the Project Manager for smaller projects, ensuring successful delivery within scope and budget.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor of Science in Electrical/Control Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Computer Science.

• Experience:

• Minimum 10 years of experience in Controls Engineering.

• Expertise with Rockwell Automation, Siemens, and Modicon PLCs.

• Proficiency in HMI/SCADA systems, including ICONICS Genesis64, Wonderware ArchestrA, and GE CIMPLICITY.

• Familiarity with DCS platforms like Emerson DeltaV or similar.

• Experience with SQL, .NET, Power BI, Grafana, and APIs.

• Prior experience in industries such as Semiconductor fabrication, Life Sciences, Building Automation, Food and Beverage, and Oil & Gas.

• Experience designing electrical schematics and control panels under 480VAC, as well as AutoCAD usage is preferred.

• Leadership Experience:

• Experience leading engineering teams, providing control system solutions.

• Ability to mentor less experienced engineers and technicians.

• Field device troubleshooting and job estimating experience.

Physical Demands

• Visual acuity, color perception, hearing, clear speech, manual dexterity, driving, lifting, and the ability to mount/dismount equipment, pushing, and pulling.

Working Environment

• Standard office environment, on-site office, and industrial environments. Frequent use of personal computers, fax/copy machines, and phones.

If you have a passion for delivering innovative automation solutions and have a diverse engineering skill set, we encourage you to apply for this leadership position.

Manufacturing Maintenance Manager - Plant Engineer – Winchester, KY - $87,160 to $104,680

Manufacturing Maintenance Manager - Plant Engineer – Winchester, KY
$87,160 to $104,680

Job Description

Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Maintenance Manager/ Plant Engineer is responsible for achieving the highest level of reliability for plant equipment through committed support for the Company’s Performance System (known as SPS), Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), and strong ownership of the Maintenance Excellence process within their plant.

What you will be doing:

Ensure the safety of all employees by leading a comprehensive business safety process to prevent injuries.  Lead plant compliance of all federal, state and local environmental and safety regulations.

Effectively implement/maintain a reliability-centered maintenance process that drives machine uptime, improves OEE and lower operations costs by championing the business Maintenance Excellence process.

Provide department leadership to ensure the highest standards of plant condition and equipment performance are achieved and sustained.

Ensure maintenance department personnel possess the appropriate skills and are qualified and proficient. Identify and support technical training and development for department employees.

Scope and execute capital projects, participate in annual plant budgeting, manage department spend. Identify technical improvements to equipment/processes.

Apply reliability tools to determine the root cause of critical equipment failures and downtime. Identify the appropriate countermeasures and solutions to improve equipment reliability and prevent recurrence.

Perform as a key member of the plant leadership team – positive communicator and problem solver - driving for plant/process improvements, meeting objectives and setting the bar for performance standards.

Support pillar continuous improvement activities.

This position is located in  Chicago DuPage, IL.

We'd love to hear from you if:

Strong understanding of OSHA requirements related to equipment in-house.  Ability to identify gaps and assist in implementing countermeasures to achieve Zero Safety Incidents.

Ability to lead and develop a highly collaborative and effective team.

Excellent organization, project management and communication skills

Proficient in Root Cause Analysis techniques (FMEA’s, 5Why’s, ATS, etc.) and developing/implementing Countermeasures to drive Zero Breakdown culture.

Process-oriented.  Can identify gaps in any process and implement solutions.

Basic mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, instrumentation, lubrication and predictive maintenance understanding

Ability to manage costs and reduce/optimize where needed

Proficient in Microsoft Office and CMMS experience

Minimum experience 3+ years of successful experience leading a plant maintenance department in an industrial manufacturing environment and/or 5+ years of supervisory manufacturing experience.

Minimum education required: Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Maintenance, Engineering, or a related field.

Experience with CMMS preferred.

Experience in TPM or Reliability field preferred.

Compensation: 

The annual base salary range for this role is from $87,160 to $104,680, plus annual target bonus of 12.5% of base salary.

If applicable…An annual bonus is awarded to eligible employees upon attaining various business and individual goals as defined by the Company and the department leader.  This annual bonus is discretionary, and the Company has sole discretion to determine the amount of the award.

Specialist, Automation or Sr Engineer, Automation - Saint Joseph, MO - $75,000 - $130,000

Specialist, Automation or Sr Engineer, Automation - Saint Joseph, MO
Full-Time, Permanent
$75,000 - $130,000

Description

Principal Automation Engineer / Senior Engineer, Automation

This role involves leveraging advanced expertise in automation engineering, particularly with Allen Bradley systems, and troubleshooting within the Rockwell platform. Core responsibilities include working with PLCs, AVEVA system platforms, HMIs, AB panel views, and a variety of automation communication protocols such as Ethernet/IP. You will also handle automation integration principles, cascade controls, and electrical troubleshooting in both low and high-voltage PLC control panels.

Key aspects include:

• Applying knowledge of Allen Bradley PLCs and AVEVA System platforms for process integrations, including MES machine integration.

• Collaborating with engineering, maintenance, and manufacturing teams to optimize equipment performance.

• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives and providing hands-on troubleshooting for various production and utility systems.

The role requires proficiency in systems used in upstream and downstream processes, including antigen fermentation, CIP/SIP, WFI, filling, and lyophilization automation. Additional tasks include conducting training on utility equipment and entering maintenance work orders to ensure timely repairs and upgrades.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and resolve issues across Allen Bradley systems, automation communication protocols, and PLC control panels.

• Provide technical support during off-shift and weekend hours as needed.

• Identify and recommend equipment upgrades to improve reliability and performance.

• Assist with packaging engineering projects and provide training on electro-mechanical systems.

• Maintain compliance with applicable regulatory standards (e.g., cGMP, FDA, OSHA) and internal SOPs.

• Stay updated on emerging technologies and best practices in automation and engineering.

Qualifications

Principal Engineer, Automation:

• Bachelor’s or Associate degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical) or related field preferred, with at least 4 years of professional experience.

• Alternatively, 6 years with a relevant Associate degree or 8 years with a HS diploma/GED.

Senior Engineer, Automation:

• HS diploma/GED and 7+ years of relevant experience, or 2 years of experience with a relevant Bachelor’s degree.

Additional Requirements:

• Proficiency in troubleshooting automation communication protocols, electrical prints, and integration principles.

• Familiarity with working in a cGMP or similar regulated environment.

• Must be 18 years or older, authorized to work in the U.S., and willing to undergo pre-employment screenings.

Compensation and Benefits

• Principal Engineer: Base salary typically between $95,000 and $130,000.

• Senior Engineer: Base salary typically between $75,000 and $95,000.

• Both roles offer full health and wellness benefits, performance-based bonuses, and shift differentials.

This opportunity emphasizes a focus on growth, collaboration, and maintaining the highest standards of operational excellence.

Senior Electrical & Controls Engineer - Milan, OH - $111,000 - $167,000

Senior Electrical & Controls Engineer
Milan, OH
$111,000 - $167,000

Who We Are

Our client is a leading manufacturer and marketer of premium-quality insulation and commercial roofing, along with glass fibers and nonwovens for commercial, industrial and residential applications. Our products are used in a wide variety of industries including building products, aerospace, automotive and transportation, filtration, commercial interiors, waterproofing and wind energy.

A proud member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies, we serve customers in more than 80 countries around the globe. We are committed to delivering positive and powerful experiences, because we are successful only when our employees and customers thrive. We are passionate, we care about people, we perform at a superior level, and we protect others and our environments.

Pay Range

$111,000.00-$166,400.00 Annual

This is the base salary pay range that an applicant can expect to make upon hire.   Pay within this range will vary based upon relevant experience, skills, and education among other factors. In addition, this position is eligible for an incentive bonus. 

The Senior Electrical and Controls Engineer provides Electrical Controls Engineering for the implementation of Manufacturing Controls Systems Support and Capital Projects for the Milan, OH Facility. The position will have a wide range of roles including being an internal consultant on electrical systems to a hands-on project manager or leader in implementing electrical control projects.

This role will be responsible for developing, scoping, coordinating, justifying, implementing, and managing from start to finish a broad range of industrial electrical and control system manufacturing projects.

Your Day to Day:

• Ability to perform power, electrical control systems engineering for all aspects of projects.

• Prepares and reviews technical electrical specifications for equipment and processes projects.

• Assist facility with manufacturing operations as well as execution of electrical safety initiatives.

• Provide project management and oversight for all aspects and phases for multiple project assignments concurrently and driving projects to completion.

• Ensure compliance with technical specifications and contracts for equipment and services for all aspects of projects.

• Maintain good communication with management and project customers regarding project status, problems, and changes.

• Coordinate, review, provide oversight, and manage supplier and contractor activities for all aspects of the project on and off site, including the commissioning, startup, and training for plant personnel.

• Develop bid request documentation, supplier lists, bid evaluations and make recommendations for purchasing.

• Manage overall project budget, forecasts, schedule, scope, deliverables, execution, and reporting to provide the expected benefits of the project to the organization.

• Coordinate, review, provide oversight, and manage external engineering resources and consultants as needed.

• Provide input to the Corporate Electrical Group in review and implementation of Corporate Specifications and Standards.

• May provide direction and mentoring to more junior engineers.

What You Bring to the Team:

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or electrical engineering technology with a minimum of 5 years of experience in control systems engineering in a continuous and/or discrete manufacturing environment.

• Demonstrated electrical and control system engineering capabilities.

• Demonstrated ability to provide complex and innovative solutions to project and process engineering problems.

• Proficiency with Allen-Bradley PLC and HMI applications (including programming) along with communications within enterprise and control networked systems.

• Demonstrated project management skills.

• Demonstrated knowledge in the application of the NFPA 70E Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace - arc flash energy and shock hazards.

• Ability to manage and support multiple projects simultaneously.

• Demonstrated success managing projects from up to $2M

• Must have the ability to work with and influence a multi-discipline team and management with a demonstrated capability to implement plans and follow through with sustained execution, meeting project milestones in a timely manner.

• Demonstrated capabilities in working collaboratively with internal and external engineering resources.

• Must possess good analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Demonstrated drive and initiative to complete assigned tasks and investigate and seek out improvement opportunities.

Preferred Requirements:

• Demonstrated experience in the engineering and implementation of 480V (Switchgear, Power Distribution Panel, Motor Control Center) and 4160V Power Distribution Systems.

Please Keep in Mind

If you do not meet 100% of these requirements, we at JM still want to hear from you. So, if you are interested in the role, we encourage you to apply so we can learn how your skills and talents can contribute to our team.

Benefits

Our client (JM) offers a wide range of benefits to employees. Some are subsidized by the company and others are fully employee-paid. Health benefits include a choice of comprehensive medical plans, a dental plan, vision plan, wellness program and critical illness insurance. JM sponsors a 401(k) plan which includes a sizeable company match. JM offers paid vacation and also provides paid sick and parental leave for eligible employees.

Additionally, Our client provides basic life Insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, an employee assistance program, and business travel accident coverage. Supplemental life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance are available as well. The company also offers a variety of tax saving accounts; health spending account, traditional flexible spending account, and a dependent care spending account. JM also offers a tuition reimbursement program for undergraduate and certain graduate programs.

Diversity & Inclusion

Our client believes diversity and inclusion in our workplace is critical for the long-term success of our company. We are committed to retaining, developing and attracting a diverse workforce that fosters an inclusive work environment in which all employees are treated with dignity and respect. This is the right thing to do for our employees, our company and our communities. Our D&I council is composed of employees from locations across North American & Europe who meet regularly and work to promote and foster an environment of inclusion. Born from our D&I council is our network of employee resource groups (ERGs) that are focused on supporting diverse communities in the workplace. Review more about our diversity & inclusion initiatives on JM’s Career page.

Incumbent must be physically able to perform essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

To Apply Please Complete the Form Below

Electrical Engineer II - Carrolton, GA - $87,300 - $115,000

Electrical Engineer II

Carrolton, GA

$87,300 - $115,000

Description of Duties and Responsibilities:

·        Troubleshoot and resolve malfunctions to machine control systems and make recommendations to improve safety, reliability and quality concerns

·        Experience and proficiency with ladder logic/PLC programming, Siemens and Allen Bradley preferred

·        Develop new and modify existing PLC and/or HMI applications, interfaces, or embedded controls systems

·        Document specifications, changes and operating procedures of control systems

·        Participate in set-up and commissioning of new systems or upgrading of current systems

·        Trains effected employees on control system processes, upgrade and installs

·        Must work with vendors and contractors to complete assigned projects

·        Must coordinate with plant management groups to complete projects on schedule

·        Keep abreast of current trends and technology and utilize this information effectively

·        Knowledge of AC and DC circuitry and electrical concepts

·        Versatile in ladder logic and various PLC programming languages and HMI’s. Working knowledge of field control devices (motors, drives, relays, switches, safety instrumentation, etc.)

·        Design, develop, maintain and modify instrumentations and control systems

·        Electrical control system hardware design experience (control panel and field wiring)

·        Competency in Electrical CAD

·        Electrical controls equipment specification and selection

·        Knowledge of electrical codes: NEC, NFPA 70E

·        Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment

·        SCADA experience is a plus

·        Operations or maintenance experience is a plus

·        Flexible work schedule to support maintenance department, additional duties as assigned

Qualifications and Requirements:

·        Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology

·        5+ years manufacturing or related experience

·        Working knowledge of power distribution, networks, PLC, HMI, and drive hardware and software

·        Ability to read, modify and create schematic drawings using AutoCAD software

·        Must be able to communicate effectively with Operators, Technicians, Management, and others

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Electrical Engineer II - Carrolton, GA - $87,300 - $115,000

Electrical Engineer II

Carrolton, GA

$87,300 - $115,000

Description of Duties and Responsibilities:

·        Troubleshoot and resolve malfunctions to machine control systems and make recommendations to improve safety, reliability and quality concerns

·        Experience and proficiency with ladder logic/PLC programming, Siemens and Allen Bradley preferred

·        Develop new and modify existing PLC and/or HMI applications, interfaces, or embedded controls systems

·        Document specifications, changes and operating procedures of control systems

·        Participate in set-up and commissioning of new systems or upgrading of current systems

·        Trains effected employees on control system processes, upgrade and installs

·        Must work with vendors and contractors to complete assigned projects

·        Must coordinate with plant management groups to complete projects on schedule

·        Keep abreast of current trends and technology and utilize this information effectively

·        Knowledge of AC and DC circuitry and electrical concepts

·        Versatile in ladder logic and various PLC programming languages and HMI’s. Working knowledge of field control devices (motors, drives, relays, switches, safety instrumentation, etc.)

·        Design, develop, maintain and modify instrumentations and control systems

·        Electrical control system hardware design experience (control panel and field wiring)

·        Competency in Electrical CAD

·        Electrical controls equipment specification and selection

·        Knowledge of electrical codes: NEC, NFPA 70E

·        Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment

·        SCADA experience is a plus

·        Operations or maintenance experience is a plus

·        Flexible work schedule to support maintenance department, additional duties as assigned

Qualifications and Requirements:

·        Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology

·        5+ years manufacturing or related experience

·        Working knowledge of power distribution, networks, PLC, HMI, and drive hardware and software

·        Ability to read, modify and create schematic drawings using AutoCAD software

·        Must be able to communicate effectively with Operators, Technicians, Management, and others

To Apply Please Complete the Form Below