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Senior Controls Engineer

CapstoneONE Search
Richmond, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/13/2025 CLOSED ON 1/11/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Controls Engineer position at CapstoneONE Search?

We are representing a FORTUNE 500 manufacturing organization who is actively seeking a Senior Controls Engineer due to a recently announced promotion. This position will report to the Senior Engineering Manager who is looking to begin the interview process ASAP. Our client has been named as as TOP PLACES TO WORK which recognizes compensation, culture, benefits, and employee satisfaction. .


POSITION OVERVIEW

  • Provide key input into the development of departmental strategic goals along with identifying key measurable to support the departmental goals.
  • Maintain PLC based control systems for manufacturing automation and instrumentation.
  • Program PLC ladder logic (Allen Bradley)
  • Lead projects and assist skilled trades in electrical disciplines.
  • Support operations in electrical/controls troubleshooting and continuous improvement activities.
  • Work closely with engineering team to define system control needs.
  • Assist corporate controls in engineering changes and new programs.
  • Guides design, develops and tests electrical control methods, materials, processes and results.
  • Champion assigned engineering changes communicate and coordinate accordingly to all


POSITION OVERVIEW

  • Technical Degree is required for consideration
  • Candidate should be well versed in Allen Bradley PLC's
  • Experience in programming, installation, startup, and debug of integrated robotic production systems.
  • Proficient in reading, interpreting and editing electrical schematics and diagrams

Salary : $125,000 - $140,000

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