Senior Automation / Controls Engineer

My name is Bipasa, and I'm reaching out from Intellectt Inc. regarding an exciting contract opportunity for Senior Automation / Controls Engineer based in Florence, SC with one of our prestigious clients.

I would love to connect and discuss this opportunity in more detail. Please feel free to share your updated resume at

bipasa.s@intellectt.com

Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Senior Automation / Controls Engineer to lead the design, development, implementation, and optimization of advanced automation and control systems within a manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in PLCs, robotics, HMI, motion control, industrial networks, and machine safety.

Job Title: Senior Automation / Controls Engineer
Location: Florence, SC

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and deployment of automation and controls systems for manufacturing operations.
• Develop and maintain PLC architecture, HMI applications, motion control systems, robotics, industrial networks, and machine safety solutions.
• Lead automation projects from concept development and technical specifications through commissioning and production stabilization.
• Design controls architecture, define hardware specifications, establish programming standards, and support system validation.
• Support industrial robot integration, programming, end-of-arm tooling, cell optimization, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance.
• Collaborate with Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, Maintenance, Quality, EHS, IT/OT, Supply Chain, and external suppliers.
• Support equipment procurement, including technical specifications, supplier evaluations, technical reviews, FAT, SAT, and final acceptance.
• Establish automation and controls standards to improve equipment reliability, maintainability, cybersecurity, and operational support.
• Drive digital manufacturing initiatives involving IIoT, machine monitoring, data collection, remote diagnostics, and Industry 4.0 technologies.
• Support new product introductions through process automation, equipment development, manufacturing system integration, and production readiness.
• Identify opportunities for productivity improvements through robotics, vision systems, automated material handling, error-proofing, and equipment modernization.
• Analyze equipment performance and implement improvements to increase OEE, throughput, yield, labor efficiency, and reduce downtime.
• Provide technical leadership during installation, startup, debugging, safety validation, commissioning, and production ramp-up.
• Mentor engineers, technicians, and maintenance teams on automation, robotics, controls troubleshooting, and problem-solving practices.

Required Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in manufacturing automation, controls engineering, robotics integration, or industrial equipment development.
• Strong experience leading automation capital projects from concept through production implementation.
• Expertise in PLC programming, controls architecture, robot programming, machine safety, and manufacturing system integration.
• Experience working with production-critical equipment in high-volume or complex manufacturing environments.
• Experience managing automation suppliers, system integrators, equipment builders, and technical service partners.
• Preferred Industry Background
• Industrial Manufacturing
• Factory Automation / Robotics
• Automotive or Heavy Equipment Manufacturing
• Material Handling or Complex Assembly Manufacturing

Bipasa Swain
Sourcing Specialist
7329976610 | Ext: 300

bipasa.s@intellectt.com