Senior Controls Engineer
Company websitemsiexpress.com (MSI Express, opens in new tab)
Base salary $100K to $140K
Employer-published annual base salary, USD. Advertised base range in Saint Charles, IL
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- LocationSaint Charles, IL
- WorkplaceWorkplace not stated
- Status at last checkSource accepting applications when checked
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About this job
Job Description:
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $100,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Health insurance
Paid time off
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401K Matching
Bonus Eligible
Schedule:
First Shift
Work Location: In person
ROLE PURPOSE/ POSITION SUMMARY
The Senior Controls Engineer will lead the design, implementation, and optimization of sophisticated controls and automation systems, serving as a principal figure in advancing the company's operational efficiency and technical capabilities. This role entails overseeing complex and critical industrial automation projects, including advanced PLCs, HMIs, robotics, motion control systems, and comprehensive process and discrete manufacturing environments. The Senior Controls Engineer is expected to provide strategic direction in the selection and deployment of automation technologies, mentor junior engineers, and drive innovation in controls engineering practices.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES/PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Advanced System Design and Strategic Integration:
- Lead the development and integration of advanced control systems for industrial automation, ensuring alignment with the company's strategic objectives.
- Champion the deployment of cutting-edge control strategies and technologies to enhance operational efficiency and expand automation capabilities.
Complex Troubleshooting and Optimization:
- Oversee advanced troubleshooting efforts, providing expert guidance to resolve intricate system issues and improve process reliability and performance.
- Direct the optimization of control systems to achieve superior efficiency, quality, and safety standards.
Advanced Programming and Software Development Leadership:
- Guide the programming of PLCs, HMIs, robots, and other control devices, ensuring systems meet complex requirements.
- Lead collaboration efforts with the corporate engineering team on advanced programming and software development projects.
Strategic Collaboration and Continuous Improvement:
- Drive cross-functional collaboration to support strategic continuous improvement and automation initiatives.
- Lead the development and implementation of breakthrough automation technologies and practices.
Documentation Standardization and Compliance Leadership:
- Set standards for and oversee the creation and maintenance of comprehensive control system documentation, ensuring best practices in record-keeping and compliance.
Advanced Training and Mentorship:
- Develop and deliver advanced training programs for technical teams, enhancing their capabilities in control systems operation and maintenance.
- Mentor junior controls engineers and technical staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development.
Project Management Excellence:
- Provide senior leadership in managing controls-related projects, from conceptualization through to implementation, ensuring excellence in execution and adherence to strategic objectives.
Research, Innovation, and Technology Evaluation:
- Champion the evaluation and adoption of emerging technologies, leading research into advanced control and automation solutions aligned with industry trends.
QUALIFICATIONS/ CAPABILITY PROFILE
Minimum Education and Experience
- Bachelor's or master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, or a related field; or equivalent comprehensive work experience - Required
- 8+ years of experience in advanced controls engineering roles in manufacturing environments or with systems/machine integrators, including leadership experience - Preferred
Minimum Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- Expert knowledge of advanced control system design principles and state-of-the-art industrial automation technologies - Required
- Excellent programming skills for sophisticated PLCs, HMIs, and robotics systems - Required
- Proven ability to lead complex engineering projects, from inception to completion, with a track record of innovation and success - Required
- Outstanding communication, interpersonal, and team leadership skills - Required
- Experience with advanced Allen Bradley control systems and a deep understanding of process controls, remote operations, and SCADA systems - Preferred
- High proficiency in AutoCAD and/or other system design software for advanced system design - Preferred
- Demonstrated ability to mentor and develop technical teams - Required
MSI Express is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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Pay in context
This role's base floor ($100,000) is above 0% of the 46 Engineering (non-software) roles in Illinois listed on this site; 4 others list the same floor. Their median floor is $120,000; the middle half runs from $108,137 to $135,000.
Only jobs on this site count, and each one publishes a base salary of $100,000 or more, so this compares six-figure jobs with each other, not with the whole market. Computed Nov 6, 2026.
This listingSenior Controls Engineer$100K to $140K
Senior Project Engineer$125K to $145K
Chart as a table
| Role | Published base |
|---|---|
| Senior Controls Engineer (this listing) | $100K - $140K |
| Senior Project Engineer | $125K - $145K |
Observed changes
- First observed on the employer's board
- Began meeting the published-salary criteria
- Observed since
- Employer-stated posting date
- 2026-08-05
Where this pay comes from
Location as the employer wrote it: Saint Charles, IL
Pay: $100,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year
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