Controls Engineer

*Must be open to 50% travel around the US, with potential for international travel as well*

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JOB DESCRIPTION

Day-to-Day:

• Lead automation acceptance, FAT, SAT, and commissioning activities for a large manufacturing expansion

• Develop standardized FAT/SAT protocols and manage program-wide punch lists

• Review OEM controls architectures, schematics, PLC code, and HMI designs

• Program, modify, troubleshoot, and commission Siemens and Rockwell PLCs

• Coordinate integration of robotics, conveyors, AGVs, vision systems, servos, and material handling equipment

• Validate controls, safety interlocks, alarms, networking, and system functionality

• Partner with OEMs, Tier 2 vendors, and system integrators to ensure successful deployment

• Support MES/SCADA connectivity and automation system performance

• Serve as the senior escalation point for complex controls and commissioning issues Job

Description: Insight Global is seeking a Sr. Controls Engineer (FAT/SAT & Commissioning) for a rapidly growing advanced manufacturing client in North Carolina. This engineer will own the automation acceptance process across a major manufacturing facility expansion, serving as the bridge between OEMs, system integrators, and automation vendors. The ideal candidate is a commissioning-focused controls engineer who can both write and troubleshoot PLC code while driving FAT/SAT execution, equipment acceptance, and multi-vendor integration efforts. xhqgsiq This role is highly visible, highly technical, and ideal for someone who enjoys travel, commissioning, complex automation systems, and ensuring equipment is production-ready before launch.