Senior Controls Engineer
Kansas
Control Engineer
Full-time
09-01-2025
31-03-2025
CG257
Competitve
Senior Controls Engineer
Location – Lenexa, Kansas
About the Role
An Automation Engineer is responsible for contributing to the success of automation projects. This position supports the engineering team by providing technical work product. Reports to their Supervisor.
Responsibilities
Familiar with or able to learn current technologies used in automation engineering applications.
Responsible for assigned aspects of a project including documentation, programming, simulation, testing, and commissioning support.
Daily responsibilities include implementing solutions and supporting the project team objectives.
I/O checkout with minimal supervision.
Read and modify system architecture, wiring, and panel drawings.
PC hardware and software maintenance.
Basic panel design and specification of components.
Technical writing, to include testing plan creation.
Engineering critical thinking, to include independent problem solving and leveraging knowledge to solve unique problems.
A thorough understanding of process.
The ability to learn and apply basic SCADA application development using InTouch, RSView, and other software toolsets.
Plans and coordinates parts of technical design and engineering implementation of project work.
This position receives technical direction from a senior engineer.
Ability to interact with diverse personalities in a tactful, mature, and flexible manner.
This person will be called upon to provide input and technical support on projects.
Ability to work at client facilities under supervision.
Adheres to good engineering practices and company standards.
Contributes to the development and delivery of detailed documentation.
Possesses a team player approach to project execution.
Able to communicate well, both orally and in writing.
Resourceful and well organized.
Performs other duties as required.
Qualifications
A BS in technical field (e.g. Electrical, Mechanical or Chemical Engineering).
Required Skills
3-5 years experience in Biotech, Pharmaceutical, or Specialty Chemical Industries is desired.
Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP).
Preferred Skills
This position requires approximately 20-30% travel, including air travel, across the US, and potentially international travel.
