Sr. Controls Engineer

Location: Charlotte, NC Job Code: 304082 Posted: Jun 09, 2026 Description:

Mastech Digital provides digital and mainstream technology staff as well as Digital Transformation Services for all American Corporations. We are currently seeking a Sr. Controls Engineer for our client in the Technology domain. We value our professionals, providing comprehensive benefits and the opportunity for growth. This is a Contract position, and the client is looking for someone to start immediately.

Duration: 12+ Months Contract with possible conversion or extension

Location: Charlotte, NC 28216 (100% Onsite)

Salary: $63.00/Hourly

Role: Sr. Controls Engineer

Primary Skills: Controls Engineering

Role Description: The Sr. Controls Engineer must have 2-7+ years of experience. We are seeking a highly experienced senior controls engineer to support the design, installation, start-up, and debugging of advanced manufacturing equipment in a high-volume production environment.

This role will require a mix of electrical design, hardware design and programming capabilities to design Rockwell based process and automated equipment. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned controls professional who enjoys working directly with equipment, solving technical challenges, and supporting complex installation and start-up activities.

Required Qualifications:

• Software/Controls programming experience with PLC's, HMI's (hardware/software), SCADA primarily Rockwell.
• Experience with HMI and SCADA systems primarily FT View, Optix, Ignition.
• Understanding of PID control implementation.
• Capability to design, develop and deliver fully integrated machine and motion control, automation, and process machine systems to manufacturing.
• Able to effectively leverage external machine builders and system integrators to design, develop, and deploy integrated manufacturing systems to global manufacturing facilities.
• Understanding of electrical panel layout, schematic design, ladder logic programming, and system testing and troubleshooting. AutoCAD and/or AutoCAD Electrical skills.
• Familiarity of logic-based programming. PLC and IEC base programming structure including ladder logic, function blocks, structured text, and sequential flowchart desirable.
• Familiar with Machine Safety Design principles per ISO 13849 -1&2.
• Must be capable of executing project assignments, in a cross-functional team based environment.
• Experience designing and implementing industrial communication technologies (Ethernet/IP, EtherCAT).

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead controls engineering scope for automation and capital projects from concept development through design, build, installation, startup, and commissioning.
• Design, develop, and deploy integrated automation and machine control systems using PLC, HMI, SCADA, and related controls technologies.
• Define control architectures, functional specifications, and integration requirements that support manufacturing and process objectives.
• Provide technical direction for controls work executed by contractors, system integrators, machine builders, and internal project team members.
• Review and approve controls deliverables such as electrical schematics, panel layouts, PLC and HMI programs, network architecture, and integration documentation.
• Troubleshoot complex controls, programming, networking, and system integration issues during project execution and startup.
• Support commissioning, startup, training, and technology transfer as systems are handed off to plant teams.

Travel Requirements:

Travel to support projects at facilities in NC (Hickory, Wilmington) facilities as needed. Occasional travel to supplier or vendor locations may be required for equipment check-out prior to shipment.

Work Schedule:

• Typical schedule is 40 hours per week
• Schedule flexibility is required and may include weekends, holidays, or extended days during installation and start-up activities

Education: Bachelor's degree in computer science or any IT related field.

Experience: Minimum 2-7+ years of experience

Relocation: This position will not cover relocation expenses

Travel: No

Local Preferred: Yes

Note: Must be able to work on a W2 basis (no visa sponsorship)

Recruiter Name: Monika Soun

Recruiter Phone: 929-998-8172

Benefits:

We have various coverages and additional benefits to choose from:

• Medical, Dental (Including Ortho) & Vision Insurance (Option to Enroll).
• Paid Leaves (Wherever applicable).
• Life & Disability Coverage (Upon eligibility).
• 401K Option, Education Assistance Program and more.

Mastech Digital is an Equal Opportunity Employer - All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.