Senior Controls Engineer

Are you a technical leader in the automation space ready to take full ownership of complex, large-scale projects? We are looking for a Senior Controls Engineer to join a premier team in Dallas, TX, where you’ll bridge the gap between conceptual design and full-scale commissioning.

This isn’t just a programming job; it’s a leadership opportunity to design, develop, and validate sophisticated systems that power modern industry.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $100,000 – $165,000 per year (Commensurate with experience).

• Retirement: 401(k) with employer match (Immediately vested).

• Insurance: Generous medical (75%+ employer paid), plus Dental, Vision, and Gap insurance.

• Perks: Employer-paid Life and Short-Term Disability, plus a generous PTO policy.

Key Responsibilities

• PLC & Robotics: Lead programming for Allen-Bradley PLCs (Studio 5000) and optimize high-motion robotics (Fanuc, ABB, KUKA).

• System Design: Use AutoCAD Electrical to design control panels, specify hardware, and oversee panel builds.

• Safety Excellence: Implement and validate standards including UL 508A, NFPA 79, and ISO 13849.

• Client Interface: Act as the technical lead during on-site commissioning and final system validation.

Requirements

• 10+ years in Industrial Automation (5+ years in large-scale custom projects).

• Technical Mastery: Expert-level Allen-Bradley PLC programming and HMI development.

• Standards Knowledge: Deep understanding of RIA 15.06, NFPA 79, and ANSI B11.

• Clearance: Must be a U.S. Citizen/Authorized to work in the U.S. and able to obtain a U.S. Government Security Clearance.

• Travel: Ability to travel (up to 50% during commissioning phases).