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Senior Controls Engineer

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Allentown, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/17/2026
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Sr. Controls Engineer - Up to $150k/yr - Hybrid

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Salary: $120,000 - $150,000 per year

A bit about us:

We are seeking a Senior Controls Engineer to join a leading provider of automated material handling, conveyor, robotics, and industrial automation solutions. This position will support projects from concept through commissioning, working directly with customers to design, program, and implement automation systems across a variety of manufacturing environments.

This is a hands-on engineering role that offers exposure to complex automation projects, customer interaction, and the opportunity to drive innovative solutions.

Why join us?

  • Excellent salary offered (Overtime is paid over 40 hours)
  • Hybrid work schedule (3 days in the office and 2 days from home)
  • 401k with up to 6% company match
  • Yearly bonus
  • Excellent benefits plan
  • 3-4 weeks PTO
  • Great environment

Job Details

Responsibilities:

  • Design, program, and troubleshoot PLC-based automation systems.
  • Develop and modify HMI/SCADA applications.
  • Create electrical schematics, panel layouts, and controls documentation.
  • Support system integration, startup, commissioning, and customer acceptance testing.
  • Collaborate with customers, project managers, and engineering teams throughout project execution.
  • Provide technical support, training, and post-installation assistance.
  • Assist with project planning, system design, and technical proposals.
  • Support robotic and motion control applications as needed.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or related field preferred.
  • 5 years of controls engineering experience in industrial automation, material handling, packaging, or manufacturing environments.
  • Strong PLC programming experience with Allen-Bradley; experience with Siemens, Beckhoff, or Omron is a plus.
  • Experience with HMI/SCADA platforms and industrial communication networks.
  • Robotics integration and programming is preferred. (Fanuc, UR, or Omron)
  • Knowledge of electrical design, control panels, NEC, NFPA, UL, and industrial safety standards.
  • Experience with servo systems, motion control, robotics, or machine integration preferred.
  • Strong communication and customer-facing skills.
  • Willingness to travel approximately 25-40% for project support and commissioning activities.

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Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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Salary : $120,000 - $150,000

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