Senior Staff Controls Engineer
lvi associatesWest Lebanon (NH)
About the role
Senior Staff Controls Engineer - Test & Automation (RELOCATION AVAILABLE)An industry-leading, employee-focused manufacturing organisation is seeking an experienced Senior Staff Controls Engineer to join its Test & Automation Team. This position is ideal for a controls professional who enjoys designing and developing custom automated assembly and functional test systems that improve manufacturing operations through innovation, reliability, and efficiency. The successful candidate will play a key role in designing and implementing advanced automation solutions, working with technologies including Allen-Bradley PLCs, HMIs, Fanuc, Epson and Universal Robots, as well as Cognex and Keyence vision systems. This role offers the opportunity to create one-of-a-kind automated manufacturing and testing systems by combining hardware integration, controls engineering, and software development expertise.
Key Responsibilities:
Design, develop, and deploy custom automation solutions incorporating motion control systems, actuators, servo presses, sensors, gauges, motors, and SCADA platforms. Lead the controls and electrical design of custom machinery and automated test systems for manufacturing environments. Ensure equipment meets quality, safety, reliability, and operational performance requirements. Collaborate with engineering, operations, and cross-functional teams to deliver automation solutions that enhance manufacturing performance. Drive projects from concept through implementation and commissioning. Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers while fostering innovation and continuous improvement.
Required Experience & Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline. Minimum of 8 years' experience in industrial controls, automation, or machine design. Strong experience with Allen-Bradley PLC programming, including Logix 5000 and RS Linx. Hands-on experience with robotics integration, machine vision systems, and automated equipment development. Proven ability to manage and deliver complex automation projects. Excellent communication and collaboration skills. Experience with engineering software and tools such as Solid Works, AutoCAD, and Power BI.Understanding of mistake-proofing methodologies and manufacturing best practices.
Additional Information
Location:
West Lebanon, New Hampshire (relocation assistance and temporary housing support available).
Travel:
Up to 10% domestic and international travel.100% Employee-Owned (ESOP) with an additional profit-sharing program. Company has 50+ Years with No Layoffs. Opportunity to work within a highly collaborative engineering environment focused on innovation, advanced manufacturing technologies, and continuous improvement. Long-term career stability with a growing organisation that invests heavily in its people, technology, and manufacturing capabilities. This position is well suited to an experienced controls engineer who enjoys developing bespoke automation systems, integrating cutting-edge technologies, and delivering solutions that have a direct impact on manufacturing performance and productivity.
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