Senior Controls Engineer

About the job Senior Controls Engineer Experience Level: Mid-seniorExperience Required: 10 YearsEducation Level: Bachelors degreeSalary: $131,000 - $140,000Type: Full Time+ Benefits Location: Wilmington, MAJob Description:We are currently seeking a Senior Automation Engineer for a role based in Wilmington, MA. The ideal candidate will possess proven technical expertise in implementing automation solutions using PLC, DCS, HMI, and SCADA platforms.As a Senior Controls Engineer, you will directly engage with clients, leading a team of engineers in identifying requirements, developing specifications, and implementing, testing, commissioning, and qualifying automation solutions. This leadership role within the business unit demands strong problem-solving skills, methodical project management abilities, well-balanced interpersonal skills, a knack for business efficiency, and an interest in cultivating partnerships.Key Responsibilities:Deliver innovative automation solutions and design standards either independently or as a team leader.Conceptualize, detail, and implement control systems for industrial processes and machinery.Develop control system architecture, select components, detail schematic diagrams and system documentation.Program controllers (PLC, DCS, RTU), process visualization (HMI/SCADA), and databases for archiving/displaying historical system data.Implement and commission control systems at client facilities.Utilize controller programming languages such as Ladder, Sequential Function Chart, Structured Text, and others.Knowledge of standard programming languages (VBA, .NET, SQL) for HMI/SCADA systems is preferred.Design and implement industrial networking systems using protocols such as Ethernet/IP, Profinet, Modbus, etc.Undertake project management responsibilities, including developing execution plans, work breakdown structures, budgets, task prioritization, scheduling, time tracking, reporting, and conflict resolution.Oversee daily operations and activities of projects up to $1M, ensuring overall profitability.Qualifications:Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical/Control Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Computer Science.Over 10 years of experience with in-depth understanding of PLC, HMI/SCADA, and DCS platforms.Familiarity with electrical schematics, AutoCAD, and experience leading engineering teams.Proven experience managing automation design and implementation projects in the Life Science industry.Strong knowledge of S88 Batch, regulatory requirements (cGMP, 21 CFR Part 11), GAMP5, validation, IT/OT networking, and automation protocols.Experience with relational databases (SQL, Oracle).Excellent technical writing and verbal communication skills.Professional references required.Travel:Ability to travel up to 25%.Physical Demands of Position:Seeing, color perception, hearing, clear speech, dexterity in hands, driving, lifting, ability to mount/dismount equipment, pushing, and pulling.Working Conditions:Standard office environment, on-site office environment, diverse industrial environments, frequent use of a personal computer, facsimile/copy machines, and phones.