Senior Controls Engineer

Chichester, NH 03258

Pay:  $90,000 - $125,000 a year - Full-time

Benefits

• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Paid holidays
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Full job description

Job Title: Senior Controls Engineer
Location: New Hampshire & Massachusetts
Job Type: Full-Time
Industry: Food, Beverage & General Manufacturing
Experience Level: Senior

About the Role: We are currently seeking a Senior Controls Engineer with a strong background in industrial automation to support our growing operations in the food, beverage, and general manufacturing sectors. In this hands-on leadership role, you’ll design, program, and implement advanced control systems to enhance production efficiency, ensure product quality, and maintain compliance with safety and industry standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and program PLCs (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, etc.), HMIs, and SCADA systems for automated manufacturing equipment.
• Lead control system upgrades, new installations, and integration projects across plant operations.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues with automation equipment, sensors, drives, and networked devices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in production, maintenance, QA, and IT to optimize equipment performance.
• Develop detailed electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control panel layouts.
• Implement and uphold standards in line with food and beverage regulations (GMP, HACCP, USDA/FDA).
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior controls engineers and technicians.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and deliverables for automation-related initiatives.
• Stay current with emerging automation technologies and industry best practices.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Mechatronics, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in industrial controls or automation engineering.
• Advanced experience with PLC programming (Rockwell/Allen-Bradley, Siemens, etc.).
• Proficiency in HMI/SCADA platforms and VFD configuration.
• Strong understanding of industrial networks (EtherNet/IP, Modbus, Profibus).
• Ability to read and create detailed electrical schematics and documentation.
• Knowledge of safety and regulatory standards: OSHA, NFPA 70E, NEC, GMP.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and project management skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in food or beverage processing or high-speed packaging environments.
• Familiarity with robotics, machine vision, or MES integration.
• Certification in Rockwell Automation, Siemens TIA Portal, or similar.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or advanced controls training a plus.

Schedule:

• Full-time
• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday (some weekend or off-shift support during system commissioning)

Apply now to join a team driving automation innovation in a dynamic and growing industry.

Application Question(s):

• How many years of experience do you have in process manufacturing?
• What areas of process manufacturing have you worked in?
• What is the total number of years that you have been in control engineering?
• On a scale of 1-10, what is your level of control of wiring and troubleshooting?

Ability to Relocate:

• Chichester, NH 03258: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person