[Hybrid] Senior Controls Engineer (Food & Bev Process Systems exp req)
Location: Tampa, FL – WFH Mondays & Fridays
Salary: $115,000 – $145,000 + Benefits 
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, 401(k) w/ Match, Flexible Schedule, Tuition Reimb. + More!
Job Type: Full-Time, ~45-55 hours per week
Travel: 25-40% within the U.S. 
Start Date: ASAP
Sponsorship is not available
Relocation assistance is available

[Hybrid] Senior Controls Engineer (Food & Bev Process Systems exp req) Description

Our client in the industrial automation and process systems industry is looking for a Senior Controls Engineer to add to their team. In this role, you will lead full project lifecycles for industrial automation and process control systems. Leveraging your background in PLC/HMI programming, electrical control panel design, and system integration, you will work closely with clients to deliver customized automation solutions for large-scale manufacturing operations. This role is well-suited for candidates who want to mentor others, are comfortable working directly with customers, and thrive when leading in hands-on project environments. This is an exciting opportunity to join an organization with strong long-term growth potential and future leadership opportunities.

[Hybrid] Senior Controls Engineer (Food & Bev Process Systems exp req) Responsibilities

•    Develop automation and control system architecture diagrams
•    Design electrical control panels and create schematic drawings using AutoCAD
•    Specify control system components and prepare system documentation 
•    Develop PLC I/O assignments and program using Allen-Bradley Logix platforms (5, 500, 5000)
•    Develop HMI/SCADA applications using industry-standard platforms
•    Design industrial communication networks and supporting data infrastructure
•    Develop custom applications and database integrations using VB.NET and SQL
•    Support new/existing client systems and participate in onsite commissioning/startup activities
•    Train client operations and maintenance teams on equipment and control system functionality

[Hybrid] Senior Controls Engineer (Food & Bev Process Systems exp req) Qualifications

•    Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline required
•    10+ years industrial automation and controls programming experience required
•    Experience within food, dairy, or beverage manufacturing industries required
•    Strong PLC and HMI programming experience required
•    Demonstrated expertise in system integration and commissioning required
•    Proficiency with Allen-Bradley Logix and AutoCAD 2D/3D required