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

[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