Senior Controls Engineer III

Senior Controls Engineer III

Join our team as a Senior Controls Engineer III, where you will play a critical role in leading the design, development, and implementation of advanced control systems for baggage and material handling. Based in Louisville, KY, with options for remote work for well-qualified candidates, this role involves significant opportunities for project leadership and innovation in electrical design, PLC programming, and field commissioning. You will contribute to cutting-edge projects that enhance operational efficiency and reliability, serving key roles from concept through to system activation and ongoing support.

Salary: Based on Experience

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead all phases of a controls project, including initial concept, design development, system implementation, and post-installation support.
• Mentor and manage teams of junior engineers, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Design and verify electrical circuit layouts and control distributions in compliance with relevant standards.
• Create functional test plans for system commissioning and ensure successful field operations.
• Directly engage in PLC programming, designing user interfaces, and integrating control devices within complex networks.
• Provide expert troubleshooting during system commissioning and throughout the lifecycle of the project.
• Develop and maintain detailed technical documentation and system specifications to support project goals.

Minimum Position Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or Control System Engineering.
• 6+ years of professional experience in controls engineering within industrial settings, particularly in baggage or material handling industries.
• Profound competency in PLC programming languages and Rockwell PLC and HMI products.
• Strong skills in electrical design, including familiarity with AutoCAD and other engineering software.
• Ability to travel up to 50% of the time to national and international job sites.
• Authorized to work in the U.S., with airport security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced proficiency with various PLC platforms and extensive experience in system and panel design.
• Experience in troubleshooting VFDs, Servos, and integrating sensor technologies into functional designs.
• Strong background in mentoring teams, leading projects, and providing comprehensive client support.
• Remote work suitability with demonstrated autonomy and proactive project management capabilities.
• Experience adhering to strict safety standards and regulations, such as UL508a, NEC, and NFPA.

Skills:

• Expertise in managing full lifecycle control projects from design through to completion and follow-up.
• Robust analytical and critical thinking skills linked with proficient problem-solving capabilities.
• Effective communication skills, with a strong ability to negotiate and influence internal and external stakeholders.
• Highly organized with a proven track record in leading projects under tight deadlines.
• Technical writing skills for creating detailed documentation and reports.