Controls Engineer
insight globalLiberty (NC)
About the role
Requirements:
Hands on experience with PLC systems (Mitsubishi, Rockwell/ Allen Bradley, Siemens)Strong programming skills in Python, C/C++, or Java Script (Node.js)Experience with industrial communication protocols (OPC UA, MQTT, Modbus, Ether Net/IP)Familiarity with robotic automation systems (FANUC preferred)Experience with SCADA and MES systems (Ignitions preferred) used in automotive production
Nice to Have:
Experience working in a manufacturing plant or Tier 1 manufacturing supplier Experience with CI/CD pipelines and Dev Ops practices for industrial environments Understanding of Semantic Data Structuring (Namespaces/UNS/ISA-95/Sparkplug B/EAM)Subject Expertise on IOT Cloud Brokering (EDGE/MQTT/OPC-UA/MODBUS/Site Wise/Greengrass/IOT Hub)
Description:
An employer is looking for a Senior Controls Engineer in Liberty, NC. You will lead the design, deployment, and optimization of edge computing and Industrial IoT solutions within a highly automated manufacturing environment. This role will bridge operational technology (OT) and information technology (IT) systems by integrating PLCs, robotics, vision systems, SCADA, MES, and cloud platforms to enable real-time data visibility, predictive maintenance, and continuous process improvement. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in industrial automation, edge computing, manufacturing data architecture, and software development, with a passion for leveraging technology to improve production performance, quality, and reliability. This individual will work cross-functionally with production, maintenance, quality, and IT teams to deliver scalable Industry 4.0 solutions that reduce downtime, drive operational excellence, and support data-driven decision making across manufacturing operations.
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