Compunnel, Inc.
Controls Engineer V
5 days ago
Painted Post
Job Description Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly experienced Controls Engineer V to serve as a technical leader in implementing and integrating advanced PLC-based automation systems across Client manufacturing operations. This role will focus on supporting capital expansion projects, enhancing process reliability, and ensuring seamless integration of robotics, vision systems, and controls. The ideal candidate will have deep technical expertise, hands-on controls experience, and the ability to mentor junior engineers while driving project success from concept through commissioning. Key Responsibilities • Lead electrical and controls scope for medium to large-scale manufacturing projects., • Design, develop, program, and troubleshoot PLC systems, HMI, and network configurations., • Manage the integration of robotic systems, machine vision, and process control technologies., • Support all project phases: Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), and Plant Acceptance., • Develop and maintain project documentation including schematics, specifications, and functional design documents., • Provide hands-on technical support for automation systems in manufacturing environments., • Mentor engineers and technicians, provide training for plant personnel during handover phases., • Ensure all control system designs comply with industry safety standards and corporate engineering practices., • Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and maintenance teams., • Apply structured software development practices for all controls-related projects., • Provide occasional off-hours support during critical project implementation or troubleshooting phases., • Occasionally act in a hands-on controls technician capacity for project-specific needs., • Lead or participate in projects focused on cutting-edge automation and controls for new equipment integration. Required Qualifications • Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field., • 7+ years of experience in controls engineering, with a strong track record of successful PLC system integration in manufacturing., • Control theory and PID loop tuning, • Electrical and automation safety standards, • Industrial communication protocols (e.g., Ethernet/IP, EtherCAT, Profinet, Modbus, DeviceNet), • Hands-on experience with hardware platforms, ladder logic, and system-level troubleshooting., • Experience with controls support in live production environments., • Excellent written and verbal communication skills for cross-functional collaboration., • Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities., • Master’s Degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or Computer Science., • Experience with high-level programming languages (C#, Java, VB, C++)., • Familiarity with relational databases (Oracle, MS SQL, PostgreSQL)., • Exposure to machine vision systems (image acquisition and analysis)., • Required: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field, • Preferred: Master’s degree in a related technical discipline Education: Bachelors Degree Company DescriptionCompunnel Inc., established in 1994; is a leading provider of Staffing, IT/Software, e-Learning/Training, Business Intelligence, and Cloud Solutions. A leader in contingent and permanent workforce solutions, we also provide temp-to-hire staffing, project-based/SOW staffing, and payroll services to our esteemed clientele which includes Fortune 500 companies of diverse industry segments. Ranked as one of the largest staffing firms in the US which is our primary service market; we also have a significant presence in Europe and Asia. As a national service provider in the US, we are serving our customers all major states and regions; thereby generating numerous job opportunities for prospective employees in their preferred locations of choice. We have witnessed multi-fold YOY growth, and continuously adding a large pool of talented resources to our employee base every year. Our extensive experience in hiring professionals of multiple in-demand skill sets (IT, Engineering, Healthcare, Admin-Clerical, Finance, Professional, Light Industrial, etc.) further makes Compunnel a wider and preferred platform for people to pursue their careers in the US. We welcome people from all walks of life and cultures, and we support workforce diversity by providing equal employment opportunities to people without any discrimination based on race, color, gender, religion, national/ethnic region, disability, or any other basis.Compunnel Inc., established in 1994; is a leading provider of Staffing, IT/Software, e-Learning/Training, Business Intelligence, and Cloud Solutions. A leader in contingent and permanent workforce solutions, we also provide temp-to-hire staffing, project-based/SOW staffing, and payroll services to our esteemed clientele which includes Fortune 500 companies of diverse industry segments. Ranked as one of the largest staffing firms in the US which is our primary service market; we also have a significant presence in Europe and Asia. As a national service provider in the US, we are serving our customers all major states and regions; thereby generating numerous job opportunities for prospective employees in their preferred locations of choice.\r\n\r\nWe have witnessed multi-fold YOY growth, and continuously adding a large pool of talented resources to our employee base every year. Our extensive experience in hiring professionals of multiple in-demand skill sets (IT, Engineering, Healthcare, Admin-Clerical, Finance, Professional, Light Industrial, etc.) further makes Compunnel a wider and preferred platform for people to pursue their careers in the US. We welcome people from all walks of life and cultures, and we support workforce diversity by providing equal employment opportunities to people without any discrimination based on race, color, gender, religion, national/ethnic region, disability, or any other basis.