Principal Controls Engineer - Siemens

Overview

Lead Siemens automation projects, mentor teams, and define control system standards.

Key Responsibilities

• client engagement
• tech innovation
• business development
• team mentoring
• project execution
• standards development

Tasks

-Partner directly with key clients to understand needs, define project requirements, articulate Siemens-based solutions, and build lasting relationships based on trust and delivery of world-class outcomes. -Champion client-focused innovation, evaluating new Siemens technologies and creative approaches to deliver exceptional value, quality, and performance. -Participate in business development strategy, project opportunity reviews, and proposal preparation for high-value and complex Siemens automation projects. -Mentor, develop, and review the work of engineers at all levels, elevating the technical expertise of the organization in Siemens technologies. -Spearhead project teams through complex automation project life cycles using Siemens platforms, ensuring technical excellence and accountability across all phases—from conceptual design to site startup and client handover. Ensure that project delivery meets quality, schedule, and cost targets and that solutions comply with all regulatory, safety, and security standards. -Support the development and implementation of firmwide standards and best practices for Siemens-based process automation and controls in manufacturing environments.

Requirements

• step7
• tia portal
• wincc
• pcs7
• profinet
• engineering degree

What You Bring

-Serve as a subject matter expert and technical authority for the firm for Siemens process and packaging control systems, with mastery in Step7, TIA Portal, and WinCC. -Working knowledge of PCS7 distributed control systems -Experience with Siemens drives, motion control systems, and SIMATIC safety systems -Outstanding communication skills with the ability to inspire teams, engage with clients at executive and plant levels, and convey complex technical information clearly to all audiences. -Substantial experience with process instrumentation, industrial networking, Siemens PLC/SCADA architectures, and integration with process systems. -Willingness to travel as required for project and client needs, including installations, startup support, strategic meetings, training, and industry events. -Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering (Master's and/or Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred). -Experience with proposal development, project estimation, and scope definition for Siemens controls projects. -Minimum of 15 years of controls engineering experience, including significant project leadership roles and client-facing responsibilities in manufacturing environments. -Competency with WinCC and WinCC Unified for HMI/SCADA development -Proficiency with Siemens PROFINET and PROFIBUS networking protocols -Demonstrated history of leading teams in the successful delivery of Siemens-based automation projects. -Aptitude for troubleshooting, creative problem solving, and delivering innovative technical solutions in demanding environments. -Expertise with Siemens PLC programming (S7-300, S7-400, S7-1200, S7-1500 series), TIA Portal, SIMATIC STEP 7 software

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