OT Infrastructure

Site Security Automation Cluster Lead – Richmond, VA

Site Security Automation Cluster Lead

📍 Location: Richmond, Virginia (On-Site)
🌎 Travel: Quarterly travel to Long Island, NY (or as needed)
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time
🚚 Relocation Assistance: Available
💰 Salary: $122,000 – $167,750 + Bonus

Overview

A global manufacturing organization is seeking a Site Security Automation Cluster Lead to drive automation, digital manufacturing transformation, and operational cybersecurity across multiple manufacturing facilities.

This leadership role is responsible for automation systems, Operational Technology Networks (OTN), cybersecurity compliance, capital project execution, digital transformation initiatives, and long-term technology roadmaps. The position supports multiple manufacturing sites and serves as the primary automation and cybersecurity expert for the cluster.

Key Responsibilities

Automation & Digital Transformation

  • Develop and execute automation and digital manufacturing roadmaps.

  • Lead smart manufacturing and Industry 4.0 initiatives.

  • Drive automation upgrades, modernization projects, and digital transformation programs.

  • Improve site Digital Maturity through increased:

    • Computerization

    • Connectivity

    • Visibility

    • Transparency

    • Predictive Analytics

    • Adaptability

Cybersecurity & Infrastructure

  • Own Operational Technology Network (OTN) cybersecurity strategy.

  • Ensure compliance with corporate automation, infrastructure, and cybersecurity standards.

  • Lead disaster recovery and business continuity planning for automation systems.

  • Manage lifecycle planning and replacement of obsolete automation hardware and software.

Capital Projects & Project Management

  • Lead automation-related capital projects from concept through implementation.

  • Manage project budgets, timelines, and benefit realization.

  • Support integration of new production lines, equipment, and digital technologies.

  • Track project savings and ROI throughout project execution.

Operational Leadership

  • Serve as escalation point for automation, controls, and cybersecurity issues.

  • Collaborate with plant engineering, maintenance, operations, and IT teams.

  • Manage automation infrastructure, controls systems, and manufacturing technology platforms.

  • Support continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives.

Team & Stakeholder Management

  • Lead cross-functional project teams across multiple manufacturing sites.

  • Build automation and cybersecurity capability within the organization.

  • Partner with regional and global automation leaders on technology strategy and best practices.

  • Drive stakeholder engagement focused on process optimization, compliance, and performance improvement.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related technical discipline.

  • 10+ years of experience in:

    • Industrial Automation

    • Controls Engineering

    • Manufacturing Systems

    • Project Management

  • Strong experience with:

    • Industrial Control Systems (ICS)

    • Operational Technology Networks (OTN)

    • Manufacturing Cybersecurity

    • Digital Manufacturing Initiatives

Preferred Skills

✔ Industrial Automation
✔ Manufacturing Controls Systems
✔ Operational Technology Networks (OTN)
✔ Cybersecurity for Manufacturing Systems
✔ Industry 4.0 / Smart Manufacturing
✔ Capital Project Management
✔ Digital Transformation
✔ Industrial Networking
✔ Manufacturing Infrastructure
✔ Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity
✔ Continuous Improvement

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a seasoned Automation or Controls Engineering leader with strong experience managing manufacturing technology environments across multiple facilities.

They will bring:

  • Deep expertise in automation systems and industrial cybersecurity.

  • Strong project management and capital deployment experience.

  • Experience leading digital manufacturing transformation initiatives.

  • Ability to influence stakeholders across operations, engineering, maintenance, and IT.

  • Strong leadership skills with a focus on continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Candidate Snapshot

Requirement

Details

Experience

10+ Years

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Industry

Manufacturing / Food & Beverage

Seniority

Senior-Level

Travel

Quarterly Travel to NY

Location

Richmond, VA (On-Site)

Relocation

Available

Bonus

Eligible

Why Consider This Opportunity?

  • Lead automation and cybersecurity strategy across multiple manufacturing sites.

  • Drive large-scale Industry 4.0 and digital transformation initiatives.

  • High visibility role with significant impact on operational performance.

  • Strong compensation package with bonus potential.

  • Opportunity to influence the future of smart manufacturing within a global organization.

 

Senior Controls Systems Engineer – PLC, Robotics & Industrial Automation | Wisconsin

Senior Controls Systems Engineer

📍 Location: Waukesha, Wisconsin
🏢 Work Model: Primarily Onsite (flexible when needed for appointments, illness, or extreme weather)
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time
💰 Base Salary: $105,000 – $120,000
✈️ Travel: Occasional (primarily day trips to nearby facilities)
🎓 Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field preferred

Role Overview

A leading advanced manufacturing organization is seeking a Senior Controls Systems Engineer to join its Advanced Manufacturing team.

This role focuses on designing, implementing, and scaling automation and controls systems across manufacturing operations. The engineer will develop PLC programs that interact with robotics, conveyors, machine vision, MES systems, and other automated equipment.

This position plays a critical role in improving automation capability, production quality, and operational efficiency across manufacturing sites.

Key Responsibilities

Automation & Controls Development

  • Design and implement automated and semi-automated control systems

  • Develop PLC code interacting with:

    • Conveyors

    • Industrial robots

    • Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)

    • Machine vision systems

    • Third-party equipment

  • Build scalable and maintainable control architectures

Controls Engineering Leadership

  • Act as a subject matter expert for plant control systems

  • Mentor machine builders, automation vendors, and internal engineering teams

  • Lead technical direction for automation projects

Industrial Automation Programming

  • Architect, write, and debug PLC ladder logic and IPC software

  • Develop well-structured, documented, reusable code

  • Create intuitive HMI interfaces for complex manufacturing equipment

Manufacturing Automation Integration

  • Integrate controls with:

    • Robotics

    • Machine vision

    • Part tracking systems

    • MES platforms

  • Work with IT teams to connect manufacturing assets to enterprise networks

Machine Safety & Compliance

  • Implement safety systems compliant with:

    • ANSI

    • RIA

    • OSHA

  • Design and program safety PLC systems protecting robotics and automated equipment

Capital Equipment Development

  • Create RFQs/RFPs for automated equipment

  • Lead equipment design reviews and technical evaluations

  • Travel to supplier sites for:

    • Equipment validation

    • Factory acceptance testing

    • Build event support

Legacy System Modernization

  • Identify legacy control systems via risk assessment

  • Develop remediation strategies

  • Execute system upgrades and modernization initiatives

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline

  • 7+ years of experience with Rockwell Logix PLC platforms

  • Strong experience developing controls for automated manufacturing systems

  • Experience programming PLCs interacting with robotics, conveyors, and automated systems

  • Strong troubleshooting and debugging capability

Preferred Experience

  • Expert experience with:

    • Rockwell Logix platforms

    • GE RXi control systems

  • Experience designing controls hardware and OT infrastructure

  • Knowledge of industrial communication protocols

  • Experience designing automated manufacturing equipment specifications

  • Experience with:

    • OPC servers

    • Industrial historians

    • SCADA platforms

    • Industry 4.0 manufacturing systems

  • Experience integrating IoT platforms with factory equipment

  • Experience with SQL, Python, or Java

  • Familiarity with ERP platforms such as SAP

  • Experience with Fanuc robotics

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate is a hands-on automation expert who:

  • Has deep experience programming Rockwell / Allen-Bradley controls

  • Has led automation implementations in high-volume manufacturing

  • Can integrate robotics, MES, vision systems, and automated equipment

  • Is comfortable mentoring vendors and internal engineers

  • Can troubleshoot complex manufacturing systems under real production conditions

  • Has strong problem-solving, leadership, and technical communication skills

Key Skills

  • PLC Programming (Rockwell Logix)

  • Industrial Automation

  • Robotics Integration

  • Machine Safety Systems

  • SCADA / Industry 4.0

  • Industrial Networking

  • MES Integration

  • Controls Architecture

  • HMI Development

  • Automation Project Leadership

Benefits Overview

  • Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision)

  • Retirement savings plan (401k)

  • Modern facility with onsite amenities

  • Employee engagement programs and events

  • Product discount programs

  • Strong culture focused on innovation and teamwork

 

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Senior Controls Engineer | Automation & PLC Programming | Waukesha, WI | $96K–$130K + Bonus

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⚙️ Senior Controls Engineer

📍 Waukesha, WI | Onsite (with office space available)
📅 Full-time | Mid-Senior Level | Engineering – Electrical

💰 Salary: $96,900 – $130,000 + Bonus Eligible
✨ Benefits: Full benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO)
🚗 Travel: Occasional (including day trips to supplier or other U.S. sites)

🚀 About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Controls Engineer to join our Advanced Manufacturing team. In this role, you’ll be responsible for designing, implementing, and scaling automated and semi-automated control systems that power high-volume manufacturing environments.

You’ll lead the development of PLC code to integrate subsystems like conveyors, robots, machine vision, MES, and third-party equipment. This role is perfect for a hands-on engineer with a passion for automation, Industry 4.0, and driving innovation in manufacturing.

🛠️ Key Responsibilities

  • Design and develop new or improved processes applying advanced engineering principles.

  • Build and maintain factory-level and machine-level control standards for internal teams and external partners.

  • Act as the subject matter expert for controls programming, writing/debugging PLC ladder logic and IPC software with organized, maintainable, and reusable code.

  • Implement ANSI/RIA/OSHA-compliant control-reliable safety systems for robots, gantries, and conveyors.

  • Design user-friendly HMI screens for complex machinery.

  • Partner with IT to connect manufacturing assets to enterprise networks.

  • Lead supplier engagements: create RFQs, participate in design reviews, and oversee machine acceptance testing.

  • Travel to supplier sites for equipment qualification and support build events.

  • Support legacy controls remediation through risk assessment and upgrades.

  • Mentor teams, drive process improvements, and act as a technical resource across engineering.

🎯 Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline.

  • 7+ years of experience with Rockwell Logix.

✅ Preferred Qualifications

  • Expertise designing, programming, and validating controls in high-volume automated manufacturing (Rockwell Logix, GE RXi).

  • Strong knowledge of Industrial Communication Protocols and controls hardware/OT infrastructure.

  • Hands-on experience with machine safety circuits, safety PLCs, and automation systems.

  • Exposure to SCADA, Industry 4.0 platforms, OPC servers, and Historians.

  • SQL and scripting knowledge (Python/Java a plus).

  • Familiarity with Fanuc robotics and ERP systems (SAP preferred).

  • Strong communication skills in global/technical environments.

💡 Skills & Attributes

  • Works independently while providing mentorship to less experienced engineers.

  • Strong conceptualization, visualization, and problem-solving skills.

  • Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize effectively, and deliver results.

  • Experience improving financial and operational performance through engineering activities.

  • Collaborative leader who can influence cross-functional teams.

📌 Interview Process

  • Recruiter screen

  • Hiring manager interview

  • Technical deep-dive interview

  • Final onsite with cross-functional stakeholders

🏆 Why Apply?

This is a high-impact role where you’ll help shape the future of advanced manufacturing and automation. If you’re passionate about solving complex automation challenges, working with cutting-edge robotics and controls systems, and driving efficiency across production, this role offers the platform to make a real difference.

 

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