Senior Controls Project Engineer

Atlanta, GA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 10 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The Senior Controls Project Engineer is responsible for supporting the controls design PLC/HMI development and implementation of electrical control systems and automation software for conveyor and sortation systems in the material handling industry (including parcel baggage handling warehouse distribution and manufacturing).

You will support controls design activities PLC/HMI programming and commissioning/deploying jobsite activities while mentoring controls and commissioning engineers. The position requires a hands-on detail-oriented engineer with strong leadership communication and problem-solving skills to ensure successful project execution within scope budget and timeline.

Roles and Responsibilities

Support the design and implementation of electrical and control systems for automated material handling projects.

Develop and implement PLC and HMI programs (primarily Rockwell Automation; Beckhoff and Codesys experience a plus).

Collaborate with mechanical electrical and software engineering teams to define requirements and deliver integrated system solutions.

Manage and mentor controls and commissioning engineers providing technical guidance and performance feedback.

Participate in system integration testing and on-site commissioning ensuring successful start-up and customer acceptance.

Provide feedback to software development teams and improve standard PLC control libraries templates and best practices across projects.

Coordinate and communicate with software development teams to ensure PLC/HMI software is developed in alignment with established in-house standards.

Collaborate with stakeholders (project management operations and customers) to align designs with business and project goals.

Troubleshoot diagnose and resolve control system issues in production and commissioning phases.

Stay current with emerging automation technologies industrial networking standards and software development practices.

Required Skills and Attributes

Strong knowledge of industrial automation controls architecture and material handling systems.

Expertise with PLC platforms (Rockwell ControlLogix CompactLogix) and HMI software (FactoryTalk View Ignition Aveva Indusoft).

Solid understanding of network communication protocols: EtherNet/IP DeviceNet Profibus Profinet ControlNet.

Familiarity with VFDs (Rockwell Siemens Schneider Lenze) and motion control applications.

Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with the ability to travel for project installation and support.

Excellent communication leadership and mentoring abilities.

Self-motivated organized and adaptable to fast-paced project environments.

Education and Experience

Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering Electrical Engineering Technology or related discipline (Masters preferred).

7 years of experience in controls system design PLC/HMI development site commissioning and electrical engineering for material handling or automation systems.

Experience with system commissioning.

Key Competencies

Technical Leadership & Mentorship

Critical Thinking & Problem Solving

Project Management & Scheduling

Flexibility & Adaptability

Customer-Focused Mindset

Strong Work Ethic and Professionalism

Required Experience:

Senior IC

The Senior Controls Project Engineer is responsible for supporting the controls design PLC/HMI development and implementation of electrical control systems and automation software for conveyor and sortation systems in the material handling industry (including parcel baggage handling warehouse distri...