Sr Automation & Controls Engineer

Senior Automation & Controls Engineer Sacramento, CA$105,000 - $135,00 + Bonus Eligible + Paid Relocation We are seeking a high-caliber Senior Automation & Controls Engineer to lead the design and integration of sophisticated factory automation systems for a global leader. This role is at the intersection of hardware design and software logic. You will be responsible for the full lifecycle of industrial control systems-from initial schematic capture and PLC programming to the deployment of robotics and high-speed Ethernet topologies. Core Responsibilities System Architecture & Design: Architect complex electrical control systems, including panel layouts, enclosures, and custom cabling using AutoCAD and SolidWorks. Logic & Programming: Lead the development and programming of PLC-based control systems. Collaborate with software teams to integrate diagnostic functions and foundational system logic. Robotics & Hardware Integration: Integrate disparate industrial components, safety systems, and robotics into a seamless, high-performance automated environment. Technical Consultancy: Act as the subject matter expert (SME) for Management and Engineering teams to define requirements for new systems or large-scale modifications. Testing & Diagnostics: Utilize advanced hardware diagnostic instruments, including oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and power analyzers, to troubleshoot and optimize system performance. Mentorship: Provide technical guidance to assembly technicians and junior staff, ensuring documentation is precise and assembly processes are efficient. Required Qualifications Education: BS in Electrical Engineering or a related field. Experience: 4+ years of hands-on experience in industrial automation and controls. PLC Expertise: Deep experience designing and integrating PLC-based factory control systems and industrial safety components. CAD Mastery: Strongly proficient in electrical schematic capture (AutoCAD/Visio) and 3D mechanical modeling (SolidWorks/Inventor). Problem Solving: A proven track record of troubleshooting "on the fly" in a complex, multi-system industrial environment. Preferred "Power" Skills Industrial Networking: Experience with local Ethernet topologies and Ethernet analyzers. Advanced Robotics: Experience specifying and integrating robot controllers into larger industrial footprints. Power Distribution: Knowledge of specifying isolation transformers and power distribution for large facilities.

Created: 2026-04-02