Principal Controls Engineer - Siemens PLC & Motion Control
Principal Controls Engineer - Siemens PLC & Motion Control
Location: Southern/Coastal New Hampshire or Northeastern Massachusetts (on-site). Candidates open to relocation to the area will be considered.
Type: Permanent / Direct Hire
About the Role
A well-established engineering organisation is seeking a Principal Controls Engineer with expert-level Siemens PLC and motion control expertise to support automation projects. This is a specialist, high-impact position focused on upgrades, retrofits, and add-ons to existing equipment and production lines. The role is largely on-site and suits a technically elite engineer who thrives in demanding, hands-on environments.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver expert-level programming, installation, commissioning, and debugging of Siemens PLC and motion control systems.
- Lead upgrades, retrofits, and add-ons to existing manufacturing equipment and production lines.
- Execute installations and commissioning during scheduled plant shutdowns, often under tight timelines and high-pressure conditions.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex controls and motion control issues on live manufacturing equipment.
- Complete thorough post-project documentation, including updating schematics and technical records.
- Work closely with the customer on-site to ensure projects are delivered to a high standard and on schedule.
Required Experience & Skills
- Expert-level proficiency with Siemens PLC platforms and motion control systems (essential - this is a specialist requirement).
- Proven experience with upgrades, retrofits, and integration into existing equipment and lines within a manufacturing environment.
- Strong background in installation, commissioning, and debugging of automation systems.
- Comfortable working on-site in a fast-paced, high-pressure setting, including during scheduled shutdowns.
- Ability to produce detailed project documentation and maintain accurate schematics.
- Self-motivated and diligent, with the discipline to handle both high-intensity installation work and the more detailed, less glamorous documentation tasks that follow.
Location & Relocation
The work is predominantly on-site, so candidates must be based within commutable distance of Southern/Coastal NH or Northeastern MA, or be open to relocating to the area. Applications from suitably skilled engineers nationwide who are open to relocation are strongly encouraged.
The Ideal Candidate
A technically exceptional Siemens motion control specialist who can operate under pressure, deliver flawless commissioning during shutdowns, and follow through with meticulous documentation. It is a fantastic opportunity for an engineer who wants to take ownership of high-value projects for a key manufacturing customer.
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