Sr Controls Engineer

Do you like making machines smarter, faster, and more reliable? Southco is looking for a Senior Controls Engineer to drive continuous improvement of our manufacturing equipment and develop new machine control methods.
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You’ll take on complex engineering problems involving PLCs, servo-controlled motion, and pneumatic and hydraulic systems, then see your solutions running on the production floor. You’ll also work regularly with internal and external customers.What you’ll do:Install, program, and debug PLCs, AC/DC drives, HMIs, and servo drivesLead controls engineering, machine building, and robotic installation projects on schedule and on budgetPerform root-cause analysis and troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical equipmentSelect electromechanical equipment, components, and systems to meet functional requirementsReview project quotes and specifications and resolve any gapsInterpret and maintain electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, PLC programs, and machine layoutsWhat you bring:Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline such as electro-mechanical or industrial automation3–5 years of experience programming PLCs, AC/DC drives, HMIs, and servo drives (Allen-Bradley and Omron preferred)Panel design and layout, bill of materials, and schematic-writing skillsAbility to create and read logic and flow diagrams for program design, simulation, testing, and start-upProficiency in AutoCADA proven track record of completing and implementing projectsExcellent communication skillsNice to have: machine vision, EtherNet/IP, and EtherCAT experienceHow we’ll reward you:Medical, dental, and vision coverage start on day one, along with FSA and HSA options. Southco also contributes to your HSA on high-deductible plans.$100K–$120K base pay plus a 15% annual bonusOwnership: an Employee Stock Ownership Plan worth about 4–6% of eligible earnings, including dividends, after a 3-year vesting period401(k): an automatic 2% company contribution plus a 50% match on the first 6% you contributeTime off: 3 weeks of PTO to start, 9 company holidays, and 2 floating holidaysCompany-paid life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insuranceTuition reimbursement for undergraduate and graduate programsWhy Southco? We’re a stable, growing, family- and employee-owned company with an 84% employee retention rate and 1,000+ patents across 150 categories. xzbcwsv Our people stay, and we think you will too.Apply here: [link], or message me to learn more.#hiring #ControlsEngineer #Automation #PLC #AllenBradley #Omron #Manufacturing #Engineering #Southco