This open-ended contract role offers an opportunity for an experienced Senior Controls Engineer to lead the design, programming, and integration of custom automated machinery and manufacturing equipment. You will support a growing portfolio of automation and machine integration projects, taking systems from initial concept through installation, commissioning, and customer acceptance. The position involves hands-on PLC, HMI, and robotics programming, extensive collaboration with cross-functional engineering teams, and project-dependent travel to customer facilities for Factory Acceptance Tests, Site Acceptance Tests, and on-site support.

• Design and develop control systems for custom automated machinery and manufacturing equipment, ensuring reliable and efficient operation.
• Program Allen-Bradley PLCs and HMI systems from scratch for new machine builds and system upgrades using Rockwell Studio 5000 (Version 36).
• Create and modify electrical schematics and detailed control system documentation using tools such as AutoCAD Electrical.
• Support machine integration and system integration projects from initial design through startup and customer acceptance, focusing on quality and reliability.
• Perform offline programming, debugging, and system testing to validate control logic, safety functions, and field I/O before deployment.
• Lead and participate in Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), including preparation, execution, and documentation of test results.
• Travel to customer facilities as needed to support installation, startup, troubleshooting, and commissioning of automated systems.
• Collaborate closely with mechanical, electrical, robotics, and project engineering teams to ensure successful project execution and on-time delivery.
• Troubleshoot complex automation systems, including PLCs, HMIs, robots, VFDs, and field I/O, and implement effective corrective actions in the field.
• Configure and support Allen-Bradley safety systems, field I/O, and VFDs as part of integrated control solutions.
• Integrate and support Fanuc robots, including programming and configuration of the 30iB Plus controller for material handling applications.
• Provide technical support throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring adherence to safety standards, project specifications, and customer requirements.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of control standards, documentation practices, and commissioning processes across multiple projects.
• When possible, serve as a combined PLC/HMI/robot resource to streamline project execution and reduce handoffs between disciplines.

• Demonstrated experience designing and developing control systems for custom automated machinery and manufacturing equipment.
• Strong proficiency in Allen-Bradley PLC programming from scratch for new machine builds and system upgrades.
• Hands-on experience programming and configuring HMI systems in conjunction with Allen-Bradley PLCs.
• Practical experience with machine integration and system integration projects, including multi-discipline coordination.
• Proven experience supporting Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), installation, and commissioning activities.
• Experience with Rockwell Studio 5000, specifically Version 36, for Allen-Bradley PLC development and deployment.
• Working knowledge of Allen-Bradley safety systems, including configuration and troubleshooting of safety functions.
• Experience with Allen-Bradley field I/O and VFDs, including setup, integration, and diagnostics.
• Fanuc robot integration experience, including programming and commissioning of Fanuc robots.
• Experience with Fanuc 30iB Plus robot controllers, particularly in material handling applications.
• Ability to perform offline programming, debugging, and system testing prior to on-site deployment.
• Proficiency in creating and modifying electrical schematics and control system documentation, including use of AutoCAD Electrical.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex automation systems in a production or commissioning environment.
• Willingness and ability to travel for project-dependent FAT, SAT, installation, and commissioning activities.

• Experience serving in a combined PLC, HMI, and robot engineering role, providing end-to-end automation support on projects.
• Background in automation, robotics, and electrical engineering disciplines within industrial or manufacturing environments.
• Familiarity with material handling automation, including coordinated control