Controls Specialist

Job Title

We are seeking a Sr. Controls/Automations Specialist for a manufacturing organization supporting aerospace, defense, and high‑performance industrial markets.

What You’ll Do

• Design, develop, and implement machine control systems for high‑duty‑cycle industrial automation equipment used in metal forming and manufacturing.
• Program, test, and troubleshoot PLC, motion control, and HMI systems at the machine level.
• Create and maintain electrical designs, control schematics, PLC programs, and related automation software.
• Lead machine configuration, commissioning, and startup activities for new and upgraded equipment.
• Collaborate with mechanical, manufacturing, and process engineers to ensure seamless system integration and functionality.
• Provide hands‑on troubleshooting support for production equipment including presses, furnaces, manipulators, cranes, and CNC machines.
• Improve system performance and reduce downtime through control system optimization and standardization.
• Maintain program backups, revision history, and documentation for control systems and electrical schematics.
• Support compliance with safety, quality, environmental, and business management systems.
• Participate in capital projects, continuous improvement initiatives, and planned shutdowns (occasional weekends or holidays).
• Develop and maintain technical specifications for new automation and manufacturing equipment.
• Participate in team initiatives, audits, and continuous improvement activities as required.

What You Bring

• Strong experience designing and supporting industrial automation systems in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with Siemens and Allen‑Bradley PLC platforms, including:
• TIA Portal
• Studio 500 / 5000
• WinCC
• FactoryTalk View
• Experience with motion control systems (Siemens and Allen‑Bradley).
• Ability to develop and interpret electrical schematics using AutoCAD or similar tools.
• Hands‑on familiarity with industrial automation components:
• Servo motors, sensors, actuators, solenoids, pneumatics
• Gearboxes, ball screws, regulators, and safety devices
• Working knowledge of industrial electrical and machine safety standards, including:
• UL, NEC, NFPA 79
• IEC 60204‑1
• ISO 13849‑1, IEC 62061
• CE requirements
• Familiarity with automation programming methodologies such as PackML, Grafcet (SFC), or equivalent.
• Strong troubleshooting, multitasking, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Commitment to safe work practices and environmental compliance.

Education & Experience

• Minimum 5 years of experience in industrial manufacturing automation or controls engineering.
• Experience with SCADA systems, historians (OSI PI), and SQL Server.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent combination of education and experience), preferred but not required.

Additional Requirements

Must be eligible to comply with ITAR requirements due to the nature of the products manufactured.

Shift

Mornings, Mon-Friday.

Direct Hire role

Pay

Up to $140,000.00 per year

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance

Experience

• PLC: 5 years (Required)
• Manufacturing: 5 years (Required)

Ability to Commute

Location: Reno, NV 89511 (Required)

Work Location

In person