Sr. Instrumentation and Controls Engineer

PEAK Technical Staffing

Newport News, VA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$68–$78 Per Hour
SKILLS
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Automation, Communications Protocols, Computer Networks, Continuous Improvement, Control Engineering, Control Systems, Electrical Components, Electricity, Flexible Spending Accounts, Heavy Equipment/Vehicles, Human Machine Interface (HMI), Identify Issues, Instrumentation Engineering, Lift/Move 25 Pounds, Manufacturing Equipment, Manufacturing Systems, Network Protocols, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Programming Languages, Reliability Engineering, Robotics, Schematics, Technical Support, United States Citizen
LOCATION
Newport News, VA
POSTED
1 day ago

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Senior Instrumentation & Controls Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Senior Instrumentation & Controls Engineer to support heavy industrial manufacturing equipment and systems. The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise in PLC programming, robotics, machine automation, HMI, network communication protocols, relay interfaces, and integrated electrical/mechanical systems, along with the ability to develop, interpret, and support complex schematics and controls solutions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the design, programming, troubleshooting, and optimization of control systems for heavy industrial manufacturing equipment
  • Develop and maintain PLC programming and logic across various programming languages
  • Support robotics and machine automation applications
  • Design, configure, and troubleshoot Human Machine Interfaces (HMI)
  • Work with network communication protocols and relay interfaces
  • Provide engineering and technical support for integrated electrical, mechanical, and controls systems
  • Develop and/or interpret electrical, mechanical, and controls schematics
  • Support system performance, troubleshooting, reliability, and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Coordinate with internal teams and stakeholders as needed

Required Qualifications

  • U.S. Citizenship required
  • Experience with PLC programming and logic development across various programming languages
  • Experience with robotics and machine automation
  • Experience with Human Machine Interfaces (HMI)
  • Knowledge of network communication protocols
  • Experience with relay interfaces
  • Strong technical aptitude and understanding of how electrical and mechanical components work together as a system
  • Experience providing engineering and technical support for heavy industrial manufacturing equipment
  • Experience developing and/or interpreting electrical, mechanical, and controls schematics
Benefits PEAK's benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Dependent Care Savings Account (DCA), and 401K plan.PEAK believes that taking care of our team is essential for success and we are proud to provide benefits that enhance both your well-being and your future. Additionally, our associates may be eligible for Paid Sick Leave as required by Federal, State, or local laws. Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) PEAK Technical Staffing is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. PEAK does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business need. We encourage all individuals to apply. Americans Disabilities Act (ADA) The physical and mental requirements described in this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Must be able to perform the essential physical functions of the position, including sitting, standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, andlifting upto 25 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation. Candidate Privacy To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://peaktechnical.com/privacy-policy/and https://peaktechnical.com/ca-residents-privacy-rights/ AI Recruiting Disclosure We use AI-assisted tools to help review applications and compare your experience to job requirements, but all hiring decisions are made by human recruiters. You may request a human-only process or opt out of automated communication at any time. Required notices and our latest bias audit are available on our website: www.peaktechnical.com/ai-disclosure.

About the Company

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PEAK Technical Staffing

For over 50 years, PEAK has excelled in providing comprehensive staffing and workforce solutions. We go beyond traditional staffing to offer a holistic, on-demand workforce model, addressing every facet of your workforce needs.

COMPANY SIZE
500 to 999 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
1968
WEBSITE
http://www.peaktechnical.com