Senior​/Principal Controls Engineer–Manufacturing Automation

Senior / Principal Controls Engineer – Manufacturing Automation

Compensation: $140 - $200K (Salary, bonus, annual stock)

Location: NH

A growing advanced-manufacturing organization is seeking an experienced Controls Engineer to design and implement custom automation and functional test systems used in high-mix production environments. This role focuses on creating one-of-a-kind equipment that improves assembly efficiency, product quality, and test reliability across global operations.

• Architect and deploy automated assembly and test solutions integrating motion control, servos, sensors, gages, and plant-level data/SCADA systems.
• Lead electrical and controls design for custom machinery, ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and performance standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering and operations teams to deliver scalable manufacturing improvements.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers while promoting continuous improvement practices.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or similar discipline with 10–15+ years in industrial automation or machine controls.
• Strong PLC programming experience (Allen-Bradley / Logix platforms), robotics integration, and machine vision systems.
• Proven ability to integrate hardware, software, and mechanical systems into turnkey solutions.
• Working knowledge of CAD tools, data/analytics platforms, and structured problem-solving methodologies such as Lean or Six Sigma.
• Backround with power electronics and/or motion control is preferred.
• Excellent communication skills and project leadership experience in a manufacturing setting.

This position suits engineers who enjoy hands‑on design, system integration, and solving complex production challenges through innovative automation.

Company provides relocation and exceptional benefit program.