Senior Automation Controls Engineer

Kforce Inc

Phoenix, AZ

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Allen-Bradley, Automation Engineering, Building Commissioning, Commissioning, Documentation, Electrical Design, Equipment Specification, HMI Software, Human Machine Interface (HMI), Identify Issues, Instrumentation, Maintenance - Electrical, Manufacturing Equipment, Manufacturing Systems, Motor Control Systems, Process Engineering, Process Improvement, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Software Administration, Software Development, System Integration (SI), System Start-Up
LOCATION
Phoenix, AZ
POSTED
20 days ago

Kforce has a client in Phoenix, AZ that is seeking a Senior Automation Controls Engineer for a hybrid role. This role will support advanced manufacturing systems. We are working directly with the Hiring Manager on this exclusive search assignment. The company offers a strong compensation package, including base salary, profit sharing, and 401(k) match, with a hybrid remote work environment. Very good work life balance.

Summary: This role focuses on the design, development, commissioning, and support of automated manufacturing equipment. The Engineer will work across electrical design, PLC/HMI software development, system integration, startup, and ongoing optimization, collaborating closely with internal teams, vendors, and maintenance.

Responsibilities:

  • Design and support electrical and controls systems (PLCs, drives, HMIs, power, instrumentation, motor controls)
  • Develop and deploy custom Allen Bradley PLC logic and HMI integrations
  • Partner with process engineers to improve and optimize existing equipment
  • Support equipment specification, build, commissioning, validation, and troubleshooting
  • Work with vendors on new equipment and system modifications
  • Create and maintain electrical and software documentation

About the Company

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Kforce Inc

Kforce is a solutions firm specializing in technology, finance and accounting, and professional staffing services. Our KNOWLEDGEforce® empowers top companies to achieve their digital transformation goals. We curate teams of technical experts who deliver solutions custom-tailored to each client’s needs. These scalable, flexible outcomes are shaped by deep market knowledge, thought leadership and our multi-industry expertise.

 

Our integrated approach is rooted in 60 years of proven success deploying highly skilled professionals on a temporary and direct-hire basis. Each year, approximately 18,000 talented experts work with the Fortune 500 and other leading companies. Together, we deliver Great Results Through Strategic Partnership and Knowledge Sharing®.

COMPANY SIZE
1,000 to 1,499 employees
INDUSTRY
Financial Services
FOUNDED
1962
WEBSITE
http://www.kforce.com/