Senior Controls Engineer

MPI is looking for a Senior Controls Engineer to lead controls-focused projects from design through commissioning. This is a hands-on leadership role for an experienced engineer who can work independently, guide other engineers, solve complex controls challenges, and keep projects moving toward on-time delivery.Youll work closely with Engineering and Manufacturing while helping advance MPIs LEAN culturesimplifying processes, eliminating waste, developing people, and creating measurable value for our customers. Relocation assistance available! What Youll DoLead electrical and controls design for major machine and automation projects with limited supervision.Guide and mentor Controls Engineers throughout project execution.Estimate controls engineering hours and help establish realistic project schedules.Design electrical schematics and support electrical enclosure design within project cost, time, and performance requirements.Develop and troubleshoot PLC and HMI programs; Omron, Allen-Bradley, and Siemens experience is desirable.Support robotic programming and integration; ABB and Fanuc experience is desirable.Apply knowledge of vision systems where required.Coordinate controls activities with the Senior Mechanical Engineer and other project stakeholders.Support manufacturing assembly, machine startup, installation, commissioning, and Site Acceptance Testing at customer locations when required.Prepare and maintain project documentation, including machine manuals, operating instructions, checklists, and ECRs.Review and verify engineering work and ensure designs receive appropriate second-engineer approval.Maintain project status, schedules, and Epicor project information to support on-time delivery.Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and strengthen processes through MPIs LEAN initiatives.Make sound business decisions that consider both immediate project needs and the long-term interests of MPI.Follow applicable ANSI and OSHA standards, MPI safety requirements, and established engineering practices. What Success Looks LikeYou are a technical leader who can take ownership of a controls project, anticipate issues, communicate clearly, and know when to seek additional guidance. You balance hands-on engineering with project leadership and help the team deliver reliable, high-quality automation solutions. What You Bring610 years of related experience, with a Bachelors degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.Proven, demonstrated experience leading teams through projects.Strong experience designing and programming capital equipment incorporating mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.Strong understanding of electrical design, schematics, machine-tool electrical design, and applicable electrical codes.Advanced PLC programming experience; Omron, Allen-Bradley, and Siemens are desirable.Advanced HMI programming experience; Indusoft is desirable.Robotics programming experience; ABB and Fanuc are desirable.Proficiency with Microsoft Office, CAD for schematic development.Strong project organization skills, including the ability to plan and manage work from concept through completion.A methodical, practical approach to troubleshooting and problem solving.Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a cross-functional team.Strong communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.Flexibility and sound judgment when priorities or project requirements change.Ability to evaluate processes for efficiency and eliminate non-value-added work. Work Environment & RequirementsThis position is based in a manufacturing environment.Occasional travel to customer sites may be required for installation, commissioning, and Site Acceptance Testing.Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.Compliance with MPI safety rules and applicable ANSI and OSHA standards is required.Due t