Control Engineer Siemens TIA

Job description:Job title: Controls Engineer (Siemens TIA Portal)Duration: Contract-to-HireLocation: Columbus, MS
Job Summary:Our client is seeking an experienced Controls Engineer for a long-term contract-to-hire opportunity in Columbus, MS. The ideal candidate must have strong hands-on experience with Siemens PLC programming and TIA Portal and be comfortable supporting industrial automation projects from development through onsite commissioning. This is a long-term onsite opportunity, and candidates must be willing to work in the Columbus, MS area for the duration of the assignment. Strong English communication skills are essential.
Key Responsibilities:Design, develop, and commission industrial control systems, including PLC software and HMI screens.Develop PLC/HMI code from scratch, install code, troubleshoot/debug onsite, and commission complete systems.Perform machine PLC and peripheral device programming.Coordinate machine power-up, debugging, and validation with electrical and build teams.Ensure systems meet customer and project build specifications and programming standards.Troubleshoot controls and automation issues during integration and commissioning.Travel to customer sites as required for system installation, startup, and commissioning.
Required Qualifications:2+ years of Controls Engineering / PLC / HMI programming experience.2+ years of Siemens PLC and HMI programming experience.Strong hands-on Siemens TIA Portal experience is mandatory.Ability to write PLC code/ladder logic from scratch.Experience with industrial automation integration and commissioning.Prior experience with automotive manufacturing integration and commissioning.Experience programming according to customer-defined standards and templates.Strong verbal and written English communication skills.
Preferred Skills:Experience with additional PLC platforms such as Allen-Bradley, Omron, Mitsubishi, or similar.Knowledge of industrial networks such as DeviceNet, Ethernet/IP, Profibus, and ProfiNet.Hardware design experience using AutoCAD, Promise-E, or ePlan is a plus.
Education:Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Science, or a related engineering discipline preferred.Equivalent relevant industry experience may be considered in place of a degree.