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iHire • Greenville, North Carolina, United States
Role & seniority: Senior Controls Engineer (Technical lead, manufacturing)
Stack/tools: Siemens TIA Portal; PCS7 DCS; DCS/SCADA/MES; data historians; OT cybersecurity; ICS infrastructure; Microsoft OS; networked control environments
Design, implement, and optimize automation systems (DCS, SCADA, MES, data historians); drive process control improvements
Lead system upgrades to meet production/regulatory demands; embed OT cybersecurity into design and operations
mentor junior engineers; collaborate cross-functionally; contribute to capital projects and plant expansions
BS in Controls or Electrical Engineering; 7+ years in automation/process control in manufacturing
Expertise with Siemens TIA Portal and PCS7 DCS
Strong OT cybersecurity knowledge; troubleshooting and analytical skills
Familiarity with ICS infrastructure, Windows OS, and networked control environments
Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship
Experience with data analytics/visualization tools
Prior on-call automation support experience
Involvement in capital projects or plant expansion initiatives
Location & work type: Full-time, on-site in Eastern North Carolina; salary up to $150k + 15% bonus potential
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Senior Controls Engineer
Up to $150K + 15% Bonus Potential
Beautiful Eastern North Carolina
Join a thriving 400+ employee production facility recognized for its strong growth, ongoing expansion, and diverse product applications that serve multiple industries. As Senior Controls Engineer, you’ll be the technical lead driving automation strategy, OT cybersecurity, and process control improvements that keep this high-performing plant operating at peak reliability and efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
Design and implement automation systems including DCS (Siemens PCS7 DCS), SCADA, MES, and data historians Maintain and optimize process control systems to ensure consistent product quality and plant stability Lead system upgrades and modernization to meet production and regulatory demands Embed OT cybersecurity controls into system design and daily operation Solve high-level automation and network challenges across platforms Integrate data analytics and visualization tools for enhanced process insights Standardize controls and procedures for greater reliability and consistency Provide process control input for capital projects and plant expansions Mentor junior engineers and collaborate cross-functionally with process, quality, and instrumentation teams Participate in automation on-call support rotation Maintain compliance with all safety and operational standards
Qualifications
BS in Controls or Electrical Engineering with 7+ years’ experience in automation and process control within manufacturing Proven expertise with Siemens TIA Portal and PCS7 DCS experience required Solid understanding of OT cybersecurity risks, best practices, and prevention Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills Familiar with ICS infrastructure, Microsoft operating systems, and networked control environments Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship
Why You’ll Love This Opportunity
This site is expanding, investing in new technology, and positioning itself for long-term success. You’ll join a team where innovation is valued, leadership is supportive, and your technical expertise directly impacts productivity, quality, and growth. Plus, you’ll enjoy a beautiful Eastern North Carolina lifestyle — affordable living, friendly communities, and quick access to both the coast and major cities.
Employment Type: Full Time
Years Experience: 5 - 10 years
Salary: $130,000 - $150,000 Annual
Bonus/Commission: No
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