- Location
- Indianapolis, IN
- Workplace
- Onsite
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Engineering
- Seniority
- Senior
- Education
- Bachelor
- Visa
- Not sponsored
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- ApplyToJob
Description
Senior Industrial Automation & Controls Engineer (PLC, SCADA, HMI, DCS)
Location: Indianapolis, IN (Onsite)
Lead Industrial Automation Projects from Design Through Commissioning
PACIV (pronounced pah-SEEV) is looking for an experienced Senior Industrial Automation & Controls Engineer to lead the design, programming, integration, testing, and commissioning of industrial control systems across life sciences, pharmaceutical manufacturing, utilities, water/wastewater, and advanced manufacturing environments.
This is a client-facing engineering role responsible for delivering complete automation solutions utilizing PLC, SCADA, HMI, DCS, industrial networking, and control system integration technologies. If you enjoy solving complex automation challenges, working directly with customers, and leading projects from concept through startup, we would love to hear from you.
Important: This is an engineering position focused on automation system design, implementation, and commissioning. It is not a maintenance, operations, or production support role.
What You Will Do
As a Senior Industrial Automation & Controls Engineer, you will lead the full lifecycle of automation & control system projects.
Responsibilities
Control System Engineering
Required Qualifications
Required Technical Skills
Industries Served
Experience in any of the following industries is highly valued:
Why Join PACIV?
For more than 30 years, PACIV has delivered automation, controls, instrumentation, and validation solutions for highly regulated and industrial manufacturing environments.
When you join PACIV, you will:
Compensation & Benefits
PACIV offers a competitive compensation package that supports your professional and personal goals:
Additional Information
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Location: Indianapolis, IN (Onsite)
Lead Industrial Automation Projects from Design Through Commissioning
PACIV (pronounced pah-SEEV) is looking for an experienced Senior Industrial Automation & Controls Engineer to lead the design, programming, integration, testing, and commissioning of industrial control systems across life sciences, pharmaceutical manufacturing, utilities, water/wastewater, and advanced manufacturing environments.
This is a client-facing engineering role responsible for delivering complete automation solutions utilizing PLC, SCADA, HMI, DCS, industrial networking, and control system integration technologies. If you enjoy solving complex automation challenges, working directly with customers, and leading projects from concept through startup, we would love to hear from you.
Important: This is an engineering position focused on automation system design, implementation, and commissioning. It is not a maintenance, operations, or production support role.
As a Senior Industrial Automation & Controls Engineer, you will lead the full lifecycle of automation & control system projects.
- PLC programming and control system development
- HMI and SCADA application design
- DCS system integration and configuration
- Industrial network architecture and communications
- Functional specifications and control narratives
- FAT (Factory Acceptance Testing) and SAT (Site Acceptance Testing)
- Startup and commissioning activities
- Client interaction and technical leadership
- Troubleshooting and root cause analysis
- Automation project execution from design through implementation
Control System Engineering
- Design and architect PLC, HMI, SCADA, and DCS solutions
- Develop and program industrial automation systems
- Create control narratives, functional specifications, and I/O lists
- Develop and maintain network architecture drawings and technical documentation
- Establish automation standards, reusable code libraries, and engineering best practices
- Program and configure Allen-Bradley / Rockwell Automation PLC systems
- Program and configure Siemens PLC systems
- Develop HMI and SCADA applications using, Ignition, FactoryTalk View, Wonderware, iFIX, WinCC
- Integrate PLCs, SCADA platforms, instrumentation, and industrial devices
- Execute FAT, SAT, startup, and commissioning activities
- Troubleshoot complex control system issues
- Ensure reliable communication between automation platforms and field devices
- Serve as a primary technical resource for customers and project teams
- Lead automation project execution from concept through commissioning
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams and stakeholders
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related technical discipline
- 8+ years of industrial automation, controls engineering, PLC engineering, or SCADA engineering experience
- Experience leading automation projects from design through startup and commissioning
- Strong client-facing communication and technical leadership experience
- Proven experience with industrial control systems and automation project delivery
- Ability to work onsite in Indianapolis, Indiana
- PLC Programming: Rockwell Automation, Allen-Bradley ControlLogix, CompactLogix, Siemens PLCs
- SCADA & HMI Platforms: Ignition, FactoryTalk View, Wonderware/AVEVA, iFIX, WinCC
- Industrial Networking: EtherNet/IP, Modbus, Profinet, Profibus
- Standards & Compliance: NFPA 70E, UL 508A, IEC Standards
Experience in any of the following industries is highly valued:
- Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, Life Sciences AND Medical Device Manufacturing
- Water & Wastewater
- Utilities
- Food & Beverage Manufacturing
- Industrial Manufacturing
For more than 30 years, PACIV has delivered automation, controls, instrumentation, and validation solutions for highly regulated and industrial manufacturing environments.
When you join PACIV, you will:
- Lead challenging automation and controls projects
- Work with industry-leading PLC, SCADA, HMI, and DCS technologies
- Partner directly with customers and stakeholders
- Collaborate with experienced automation engineers
- Build technical leadership skills
- Advance your career in a growing engineering organization
PACIV offers a competitive compensation package that supports your professional and personal goals:
- Competitive salary based on experience
- 90% employer-paid healthcare premiums
- 401(k) with 4% company match and Immediate vesting
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions
- Generous paid time off and company-recognized paid holidays
- Career growth and development opportunities
- No C2C or 1099 arrangements
- PACIV does not engage with external recruiting agencies
- Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. PACIV is unable to sponsor new employment visas or H-1B transfers
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Skills
PLCSCADACompliance