Job Description

Senior Industrial Automation & Controls Engineer (PLC / SCADA)

We are looking for a Senior Industrial Automation & Controls Engineer to join our team onsite in Indianapolis, IN This role is focused on leading full lifecycle automation projects in a system integrator environment, delivering high-quality PLC, HMI, SCADA, and DCS solutions across utilities and advanced manufacturing environments.

This position offers significant technical ownership, direct client engagement, and the ability to drive automation strategy and execution.

This is a project-based engineering position, not a maintenance or production support

About PACIV
PACIV stands for Process Automation, Controls, Instrumentation, & Validation

We deliver automation and validation solutions within regulated and industrial environments, ranging from targeted system upgrades to enterprise-wide automation deployments. We are known for technical excellence, long-term client partnerships, and a collaborative engineering culture that empowers problem-solving and innovation.

What You Will Do
In this position, you will lead automation projects end-to-end, owning the design, development, and delivery of complex control systems.

Key Responsibilities

Leading the full lifecycle delivery of PLC, HMI, SCADA, and DCS systems
(design → development → commissioning)
Architecting scalable and reliable control system solutions including hardware, software, and industrial networks
Hands-on PLC programming and development (Allen-Bradley, Siemens PLCs)
Leading HMI/SCADA development using platforms such as Ignition, Wonderware, iFix, FactoryTalk, and WinCC
Owning control system documentation including functional specifications, IO lists, network architecture drawings, and validation documentation
Leading system integration, FAT, SAT, and commissioning activities at client sites
Serving as the technical lead and primary point of contact for client engagements
Troubleshooting and resolving complex system and integration issues, driving root cause analysis and long-term solutions
Establishing and enforcing programming standards, reusable code libraries, and best practices
Mentoring junior engineers and providing technical oversight to ensure quality and consistency
Ensuring adherence to safety, quality, and regulatory standards

Required Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Chemical, Mechatronics, or related field preferred), equivalent combination of education and significant industry experience may be considered
Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in industrial automation, controls engineering, or PLC/SCADA engineering
Proven ability to independently deliver full lifecycle automation solutions from design through commissioning
Demonstrated ability to act as a client-facing technical lead on multiple projects
Advanced expertise in PLC programming (Allen-Bradley, Siemens) and SCADA/HMI systems
Strong, hands-on experience designing and implementing industrial networks and system integrations
Experience leading FAT, SAT, and on-site commissioning activities

Deep knowledge of industrial communication protocols such as EtherNet/IP, Modbus, Profinet, and Profibus
Experience in life sciences, utilities, or advanced manufacturing environments
Familiarity with regulatory and industry standards (NFPA 70E, UL 508A, IEC)

Compensation & Benefits Highlights
PACIV offers a competitive compensation package designed to support health, financial security, and long-term career growth.

Competitive salary based on experience
90 percent employer-paid healthcare premiums
401(k) with 4 percent company match and immediate vesting
Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions
Generous paid time off and company-recognized holidays

Why Join PACIV

Opportunity to lead high-impact, project-based automation work
Exposure to complex and technically challenging system integration projects
Collaborative, engineering-driven culture
Clear path for continued technical leadership and career advancement
Organization that values innovation, ownership, and engineering expertise

Employment Type & Hiring Notice
This is a direct hire, full-time position and does not support C2C or 1099 contract arrangements
PACIV does not engage with external recruitment agencies

PACIV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace. Employment is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States and successful completion of background checks.

About PACIV

PACIV partners with life sciences, utilities, and manufacturing organizations to design, build, and automate efficient operations. We're your one-stop shop for automation, controls, instrumentation, validation, and compliance.

From modernized infrastructure to custom new facilities, our platform-agnostic services cover you end-to-end. We can lead your entire project or subcontract, either way, your systems run like clockwork.

With nearly three decades of experience, we align with your culture, target your most pressing goals, and even fix errors left by other vendors.

Need a partner who does it all? You've found us. It's in our name: Process Automation, Controls, Instrumentation, and Validation.

With headquarters located in Indianapolis, Indiana, with a key engineering hub in Aliso Viejo, California, PACIV maintains a robust international footprint, with offices in Ireland and Puerto Rico. These strategic locations enable us to deliver consistent, high-quality automation solutions and support across global markets.

Industry

Unknown

Company Size

51-200 employees

Headquarters

Indianapolis, Indiana

Year Founded

1997

Website

paciv.com

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