Senior Controls Engineer

Confidential

📍 Tempe, Arizona, United States

Contractor Engineers Posted June 16, 2026

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Controls Engineer in Automation

Job Description

The Senior Controls Engineer is responsible for the planning, design, programming, and implementation of PLC, HMI, and PC-based control systems for industrial automation projects. This role leads the development of control solutions that may include PLC programming, PC programming (.NET), HMI design, robot programming, machine vision, and industrial communication networks. The Senior Controls Engineer interprets project scope and technical requirements, balances client expectations with budget and schedule constraints, and ensures successful technical execution from concept through commissioning and on-site startup.

Responsibilities

  • Plan, design, program, and implement PLC, HMI, and PC-based control systems for large automation machinery projects.
  • Interpret customer-supplied control descriptions, conduct interviews with clients and owners, and analyze...