Controls Engineer

We are partnering with an Industry-Leading Manufacturer who is hiring for a Controls Engineer. WILLING TO OFFER VISA SPONSORSHIP Company Highlights • Large, established manufacturing organization • Advanced, highly automated production environment • Strong commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement • Continued investment in manufacturing technology and automation • Stable organization offering long-term career opportunities Position Highlights • Title: Controls Engineer • Full Time: Direct Hire • High-impact technical role supporting electrical, controls, robotics, and automation systems within a manufacturing environment Background Requirements • Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related technical field required. • 7+ years of automation experience, preferably within a manufacturing environment. • Extensive experience with Siemens PLCs and TIA Portal required. • Knowledge of Profibus, Profisafe, Safety Integrated, and ASI-Bus. • Experience with FANUC Robots, FANUC Vision, Cognex Vision, and Atlas Copco tooling strongly preferred. • Ability to create and interpret electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic schematics. • Experience with machine risk assessments, safety evaluations, and applicable electrical codes. • Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple automation and capital projects simultaneously. • Microsoft Office and AutoCAD experience preferred. • Master's Degree in Engineering or MBA is a plus. Job Responsibilities • Design and implement modifications to electrical, robotic, PLC, and automation systems to improve uptime and reliability. • Develop controls and automation improvements to increase manufacturing efficiency and reduce operating costs. • Lead troubleshooting of complex PLC, robotic, electrical, and automated manufacturing equipment. • Provide technical leadership and mentor others in automation development, equipment design, and troubleshooting. • Review engineering designs for manufacturing feasibility and recommend improvements. • Manage suppliers and equipment vendors throughout the design, installation, and implementation of new process equipment. • Prepare and manage capital projects, ensuring projects remain within budget and on schedule. • Coordinate major maintenance activities, emergency repairs, and corrective actions. • Partner with internal teams on integrated process monitoring and continuous improvement initiatives. • Ensure equipment and vendors comply with plant safety, electrical, automation, and ISO standards. • Maintain accurate equipment, controls, and project documentation. • Support Six Sigma and other continuous improvement initiatives. • Communicate project status, risks, timing, and results to plant leadership. What is Being Offered • Challenge: Lead sophisticated automation and controls projects that directly improve manufacturing uptime, reliability, efficiency, and overall plant performance. • Location: Mississippi • Advancement: Opportunity to expand technical and leadership responsibilities within a large manufacturing organization. • Money: Competitive Salary • Relocation assistance • Comprehensive health care benefits • Paid Vacation • 401K with Matching • People / Culture: Engineering-focused environment that values technical expertise, problem solving, teamwork, and continuous improvement. • Stability: Established organization with continued investment in its manufacturing operations, equipment, and automation technologies. If you are interested and qualified, please send your updated resume as a MS Word document, and how you fit this specific position to jim.guerrera@scnteam.com.