Control Engineer

We are looking for an experienced Controls Engineer to support industrial automation and controls systems in an aerospace manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with Siemens and Allen-Bradley PLCs, Kepware, HMI/SCADA systems, industrial communication protocols, and machine connectivity .

Roles & Responsibilities

• Design, develop, program, troubleshoot, and support industrial control systems.
• Develop and maintain Siemens S7-1200/S7-1500 PLCs using TIA Portal and WinCC .
• Program and troubleshoot Allen-Bradley ControlLogix and CompactLogix PLCs using Studio 5000/RSLogix 5000.
• Configure and maintain Kepware (KEPServerEX) for data acquisition and OPC communications.
• Develop and troubleshoot HMI/SCADA systems using WinCC, FactoryTalk View, and Ignition.
• Integrate shop-floor equipment with MES, SCADA, ERP, and IT/OT systems.
• Work with OPC UA/DA, Profinet, Ethernet/IP, Modbus, and MQTT protocols.
• Support connectivity projects involving CNCs, CMMs, test rigs, and legacy aerospace manufacturing equipment .
• Troubleshoot production-critical controls systems and minimize equipment downtime.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and IT teams on automation and data-integration projects.
• Develop dashboards, alerts, reports, and data-monitoring solutions.
• Document system architecture, tag hierarchies, data mapping, and change-management procedures.
• Support compliance with AS9100, NIST 800-171, and ISA/IEC 62443 requirements.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities.

Required Skills

• Siemens S7-1200/S7-1500, TIA Portal, and WinCC.
• Allen-Bradley/Rockwell Automation, ControlLogix, CompactLogix, and Studio 5000.
• Kepware/KEPServerEX and OPC communications.
• FactoryTalk View, Ignition, HMI, and SCADA.
• PLC programming using Ladder Logic, Structured Text, and Function Block .
• Industrial protocols including OPC UA/DA, Profinet, Ethernet/IP, Modbus, and MQTT .
• Experience integrating controls systems with MES, ERP, or cloud platforms.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and P&IDs.
• Experience with CNC and inspection equipment is preferred.
• Exposure to Omron PLCs/Sysmac Studio and Heidenhain controls is a plus.
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Preferred Experience

• 5+ years of Controls/Automation Engineering experience .
• Aerospace or advanced manufacturing experience preferred.
• Experience with machine connectivity, industrial networking, and IT/OT integration is a plus.