Control Engineer

Controls Engineer / Senior Controls Engineer

Birmingham, Alabama | $90,000–$145,000 DOE

Location: Birmingham, AL

Salary: $90,000–$145,000 per year, negotiable depending on experience

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Positions Available: 3

Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package, including 401(k), medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and potential additional earning opportunities

Controls Engineers & Senior Controls Engineers Wanted – Birmingham, AL

Are you an experienced Controls Engineer or Automation Engineer looking for an opportunity to work on challenging engineering projects, develop your technical expertise, and take the next step in your career?

We are recruiting on behalf of an established engineering organization that is expanding its operations in Birmingham, Alabama, and looking to appoint three Controls Engineers across different experience levels.

These opportunities are ideal for engineers who enjoy hands-on PLC programming, industrial automation, electrical controls, robotics, systems integration, and delivering complex technical projects.

Whether you're an experienced Controls Engineer looking for greater responsibility or a Senior Controls Engineer interested in technical leadership and project ownership, we'd be interested in speaking with you.

The Opportunities

Controls Engineer

Salary: $90,000–$115,000 per year, negotiable depending on experience.

The Controls Engineer will be responsible for developing, programming, troubleshooting, and supporting industrial automation and electrical control systems.

This position is ideal for engineers with practical PLC programming experience who enjoy solving technical challenges and contributing to engineering projects from development through commissioning.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, program, modify, and troubleshoot PLC-based control systems.
• Design, develop, and support industrial automation systems.
• Program and troubleshoot HMI applications and operator interfaces.
• Diagnose electrical, electronic, and control system faults.
• Support the integration and commissioning of automated machinery and equipment.
• Interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Work with motors, drives, sensors, and industrial communication networks.
• Assist with equipment testing, installation, startup, and commissioning.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to deliver projects on time and to specification.
• Identify opportunities to improve equipment performance, reliability, and efficiency.
• Provide technical support throughout the project lifecycle.

Senior Controls Engineer

Salary: $95,000–$145,000 per year, negotiable depending on experience.

The Senior Controls Engineer will combine advanced technical expertise with engineering leadership and project management responsibilities.

This position is ideal for an experienced Controls Engineer who is comfortable taking ownership of technical projects, leading engineering activities, and supporting the successful delivery of complex automation systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, development, programming, and implementation of industrial control systems.
• Develop advanced PLC and HMI applications.
• Take technical ownership of controls engineering projects.
• Lead engineering activities from initial development through installation and commissioning.
• Provide technical guidance, mentoring, and support to other engineers.
• Coordinate engineering resources and project deliverables.
• Troubleshoot complex automation and electrical control system issues.
• Oversee system integration, testing, and commissioning activities.
• Work closely with project managers and engineering teams to ensure successful project execution.
• Support project planning, scheduling, and technical decision-making.
• Identify opportunities to improve engineering processes and technical standards.
• Contribute to project management activities while maintaining hands-on engineering involvement.

Technical Skills & Experience

We are particularly interested in engineers with experience in the following areas:

PLC Programming & Controls

• Allen-Bradley / Rockwell Automation PLC programming.
• Siemens PLC programming.
• Studio 5000 / RSLogix 5000.
• Siemens TIA Portal.
• PLC troubleshooting, fault finding, and diagnostics.
• Developing and modifying PLC programs.
• Industrial control system design and integration.
• PLC programming from scratch would be particularly advantageous.

HMI & SCADA Systems

• FactoryTalk View.
• Siemens WinCC.
• HMI development and programming.
• Operator interface design.
• SCADA system integration and troubleshooting.

Electrical Controls & Automation

• Electrical control system design.
• Electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Control panel design and integration.
• Variable frequency drives (VFDs).
• Servo drives and motion control.
• Motors, sensors, and industrial instrumentation.
• Industrial electrical troubleshooting.
• AutoCAD Electrical or EPLAN experience would be advantageous.

Industrial Communication & Networking

Experience with industrial communication systems such as:

• Ethernet/IP.
• Profinet.
• Modbus.
• Industrial Ethernet.
• PLC and HMI communications.
• Industrial network troubleshooting.

Robotics & Systems Integration

We are particularly interested in speaking with engineers who have industrial robot programming experience.

F

ANUC robotics programming experience is highly desirable.

Experience with other robotic platforms, including ABB, KUKA, and Yaskawa Motoman, would also be valuable.

Relevant experience may include:

• Industrial robot programming.
• Robotic system integration.
• Automated production cells.
• Robotic equipment commissioning.
• Robot and PLC integration.
• Troubleshooting robotic automation systems.
• Automated material handling and manufacturing equipment.

Important: Robotics experience is not essential for every vacancy. We are also interested in experienced Controls Engineers with strong PLC programming, HMI development, and electrical controls expertise.

Senior-Level Experience

For Senior Controls Engineer candidates, we would particularly welcome experience in:

• Leading technical engineering projects.
• Managing controls engineering activities.
• Taking ownership of project deliverables.
• Supporting project planning and execution.
• Mentoring and guiding other engineers.
• Coordinating engineering teams.
• Working directly with customers and project stakeholders.
• Delivering automation projects from concept through commissioning.
• Combining hands-on technical expertise with engineering leadership.

Previous experience in a senior or lead engineering position would be advantageous, although we would also consider experienced Controls Engineers ready to take the next step in their careers.

Candidate Requirements

We are interested in candidates who can demonstrate:

• Relevant experience in controls engineering, industrial automation, or PLC programming.
• Strong technical troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience working with industrial control systems.
• The ability to interpret electrical drawings and technical documentation.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• The ability to work independently and take ownership of engineering responsibilities.
• Willingness to undertake some business travel.
• A genuine interest in industrial automation and engineering development.

Candidates with experience in systems integration, automated machinery, equipment manufacturing, and industrial automation projects are particularly encouraged to apply.

We are open to different levels of experience, so you do not need to meet every technical requirement listed above.

Salary & Benefits

The company offers a competitive compensation package, with salaries dependent on experience and technical capabilities.

Controls Engineer: $90,000–$115,000 per year, negotiable.

Senior Controls Engineer: $95,000–$145,000 per year, negotiable.

Benefits include:

• Competitive annual salary.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Employee stock ownership plan.
• Potential additional hourly earnings and performance-related bonuses, depending on the compensation arrangement.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Long-term employment within an expanding engineering organization.

Why Join?

This is an excellent opportunity to become part of an established engineering company that is investing in its Birmingham operation.

You will have the opportunity to:

• Work on challenging and technically interesting engineering projects.
• Develop your expertise in PLC programming, automation, and control systems.
• Gain exposure to industrial robotics and systems integration.
• Take ownership of engineering projects and technical responsibilities.
• Progress into senior engineering and technical leadership positions.
• Work alongside experienced engineers and technical professionals.
• Contribute to the growth and development of an expanding engineering operation.
• Build a long-term career with an organization offering competitive compensation and benefits.

Apply Today

We are actively recruiting for three Controls Engineer / Senior Controls Engineer positions in Birmingham, Alabama.

If you have experience in PLC programming, controls engineering, industrial automation, electrical controls, or robotics, we would be very interested in hearing from you.

Whether you're an experienced Controls Engineer, Senior Controls Engineer, Automation Engineer, PLC Programmer, or Controls Systems Engineer, we encourage you to apply.

Please submit your updated resume, along with your salary expectations.

All applications and inquiries will be treated confidentially.

We look forward to hearing from you!