Senior Control Engineer
Salary: $130,000 - $140,000
Location: Andover, MA 01810

Drive innovation at the forefront of advanced manufacturing technology. Our client is looking for a skilled Senior Control Engineer to join a high-performing automation team developing and supporting next-generation production equipment for cutting-edge industries including aerospace, AI, and automotive.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement control systems for new and existing in-house automation equipment

• Develop electrical schematics, specify components, and integrate machine-to-network communication

• Program and troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, servo controls, vision systems such as Cognex, and robotics including 6-Axis and SCARA

• Lead or support automation projects from concept through deployment, balancing short-term support with long-term improvements

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve technical issues and optimize performance

• Provide hands-on support for control systems including VFDs, pneumatics, sensors, and motion controllers

• Create documentation including BOMs, user manuals, wiring diagrams, and system layouts

• Maintain compliance with electrical safety and industry standards including NFPA and OSHA

• Contribute to capital equipment projects and research emerging technologies in automation and vision systems

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering

• At least 5 years of experience in manufacturing automation

• Proficiency in PLC and HMI programming, robotics and servo control, and electrical design

• Strong background in troubleshooting and optimizing control systems

• Familiarity with CAD tools and standard office software

• Excellent communication skills and a proactive, solution-driven mindset