Principal Controls Engineer - Siemens

Description

• Support the development and implementation of firmwide standards and best practices for Siemens-based process automation and controls in manufacturing environments.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.

Requirements

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

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance