Senior Control System Engineer

Role – Senior Control Systems Engineer (Beckhoff)

Salary – $130,000 - $160,000 per annum.

Type – Direct Hire

Location – Alpharetta, GA

My client is a well-established System Integrator specializing in the design and build of turnkey Automation Systems across a number of industries. They are looking to bring on several experienced Senior Control Systems Engineers to support ongoing automation projects across a number of their established clients.

These roles will focus on designing, programming, and commissioning control systems for high-speed packaging and filling equipment, with opportunities to work on both new machinery and system upgrades.

The Senior Control Systems Engineer will have the following attributes:

• 5+ years of experience delivering automation or control system integration projects.
• Strong proficiency in PLC programming using Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or Mitsubishi platforms.
• Beckhoff Programming experience is a 'must have'.
• Experience with electrical hardware design (AutoCAD Electrical or EPLAN preferred).
• Proven background across the full project lifecycle, from design through programming, installation, and commissioning.
• Hands-on experience with drives, motion control, and servo systems.
• Familiarity with packaging, filling, or process automation systems.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a project team.

The Senior Control Systems Engineer’s role will involve:

• Programming and configuring PLCs and HMIs for automated filling and packaging machinery.
• Designing, modifying, and troubleshooting electrical control panels and schematics.
• Supporting installation, testing, and commissioning at customer sites.
• Implementing system upgrades and performance improvements for existing machinery.
• Interpreting customer specifications and developing tailored control solutions.
• Collaborating with mechanical, electrical, and project engineering teams to deliver fully integrated automation systems.

For more information about this Senior Control System Engineering roles, please apply, or email Jack Smillie at jsmillie@pg-rec.com, who will be able to provide more details on current projects and contract availability.

Many thanks,

Premier Group