Electrical & Computer Engineering
Senior Controls Engineer
Richmond, VA
$114,000 to $146,000 a year
The employer is a contract manufacturer producing precision metal components and assemblies.
The employer is looking for a Senior Controls Engineer in Richmond, VA. In this role you will lead technical work alongside an experienced electrical & computer engineering team and take real ownership of your work. This is a full-time, permanent position. This role is on site at our Richmond location.
What you’ll do
- Integrate robots, vision systems and safety devices
- Design control panels and electrical schematics
- Develop HMI and SCADA screens
- Commission equipment on site and train operators
- Mentor junior engineers and review their work
What you’ll bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
- 5+ years of relevant professional experience
- Ability to read electrical schematics
- Experience programming Allen-Bradley or Siemens PLCs
- Willingness to travel to job sites
- A track record of leading projects from scope through delivery
Nice to have
- Knowledge of functional safety (ISO 13849)
- Experience with FANUC or ABB robots
Compensation and benefits
The pay range for this position in Richmond, VA is $114,000 – $146,000 per year. Final pay depends on experience, skills and qualifications.
- Paid time off plus paid company holidays
- Paid professional licensing and society memberships
- Employee assistance program
- Annual performance bonus
- Health savings account with employer contribution
- Flexible spending accounts
The employer is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
