Controls & Software Engineer, Specialist

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Controls & Software Engineer Specialist to lead the design, development, and implementation of advanced control systems and software solutions supporting engineered industrial products and automation systems. This role serves as a technical leader responsible for developing innovative controls architectures, mentoring engineering teams, and collaborating with customers and stakeholders across domestic and international locations.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in industrial automation, software development, PLC programming, and systems integration, coupled with proven experience leading engineering teams and managing complex global projects. This individual will serve as a key technical resource for customers, manufacturing operations, and cross-functional engineering teams.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Leadership

• Provide technical leadership for controls and software engineering initiatives across multiple projects.
• Mentor and develop engineers while establishing engineering best practices and technical standards.
• Lead design reviews, problem-solving activities, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Drive innovation and technology adoption within automation, controls, and software development.

Controls & Software Development

• Design and develop control system architectures for industrial equipment and machinery.
• Develop, program, configure, and troubleshoot PLC, HMI, SCADA, and motion control systems.
• Create software applications, interfaces, diagnostics, and monitoring solutions for industrial equipment.
• Develop control algorithms and automation strategies to improve product performance and reliability.
• Integrate sensors, instrumentation, drives, actuators, and communication networks into complete system solutions.

Project & Customer Support

• Lead technical discussions with customers to define requirements and develop customized solutions.
• Support product development activities from concept through deployment and field implementation.
• Collaborate with Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, Test, and Systems Engineering teams.
• Coordinate engineering efforts with global teams to ensure successful project execution.
• Provide technical support during product testing, commissioning, installation, and troubleshooting.

Global Collaboration

• Serve as a primary technical interface for domestic and international engineering teams.
• Collaborate with global customers, suppliers, manufacturing facilities, and business partners.
• Support global product development and standardization initiatives.
• Travel domestically and internationally as required to support customer needs and project execution.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Controls Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or related technical discipline.
• 10+ years of experience in controls engineering, industrial automation, software development, or systems engineering.
• Demonstrated experience leading engineering teams, technical projects, and cross-functional initiatives.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with domestic and international teams, customers, suppliers, and stakeholders.
• Strong customer-facing experience with the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Extensive experience with PLC programming platforms such as:
• Allen-Bradley (Rockwell Automation)
• Siemens
• Beckhoff
• Schneider Electric
• Experience with HMI, SCADA, and industrial communication networks including:
• EtherNet/IP
• Profinet
• Modbus
• OPC-UA
• Strong software development experience using one or more of the following:
• C/C++
• C#
• Python
• LabVIEW
• MATLAB
• Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience managing multiple projects in a fast-paced engineering environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Engineering or related technical field.
• Experience with rotating equipment, pumps, compressors, seals, bearings, or other engineered industrial products.
• Experience in industries such as:
• Oil & Gas
• Chemical Processing
• Power Generation
• Industrial Manufacturing
• Aerospace
• Industrial Automation
• Knowledge of machine safety and functional safety standards.
• Experience with Industrial IoT (IIoT), predictive maintenance, and digital transformation initiatives.
• PMP certification or demonstrated project leadership experience.

Leadership Competencies

• Proven leader capable of influencing without direct authority.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to lead global engineering teams across multiple sites.
• Demonstrated success driving projects from concept through implementation.
• Strategic thinker with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Strong business acumen and customer-focused approach.