Senior Controls Engineer

Polaris Inc.

Senior Controls Engineer providing technical leadership and support for automation solutions in manufacturing facilities at Polaris. Collaborating with teams to enhance processes and equipment performance across multiple locations.

Posted 7/22/2026full-timeHuntsville • Alabama, Minnesota • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $100,000 - $132,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in industrial control systems, including PLC and HMI programming, while providing technical leadership and support to enhance manufacturing efficiency and operational performance. Proficient in troubleshooting, integrating control systems with MES platforms, and training personnel on system operations.

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Allen Bradley PLC ProgrammingControlLogix and MicroLogix ExperienceHMI Development with PanelView PlusIndustrial Fieldbus TroubleshootingElectrical Schematic Creation with AutoCAD

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Hard Skills

PLC ProgrammingHMI ProgrammingControl Systems IntegrationAutomation Solutions ImplementationElectrical Panel DesignFieldbus Network TroubleshootingProcess OptimizationControls Documentation DevelopmentManufacturing Process AnalysisMES Platform Integration

Soft Skills

Leadership SkillsOrganizational SkillsAnalytical SkillsCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

Allen Bradley VFDsKepware ClientOPC_UA CommunicationsMicrosoft Office

Industry Keywords

Manufacturing EngineeringIndustrial Control SystemsAutomationProcess ImprovementEquipment Troubleshooting

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide technical leadership and support for industrial control systems across Polaris manufacturing facilities
Partner with manufacturing, maintenance, tooling, and engineering teams to implement automation solutions
Analyze manufacturing processes and recommend automation solutions that improve efficiency, quality, reliability, and operational performance
Oversee the installation, commissioning, and integration of control systems for new and existing manufacturing equipment
Integrate manufacturing control systems with MES platforms to support product quality and process visibility
Troubleshoot and resolve controls, automation, and equipment-related issues to minimize downtime and support production objectives
Train production and maintenance personnel on control system operation, maintenance, and programming practices
Develop, modify, and maintain PLC, HMI, and related control system programming to support production requirements and process improvements
Develop standards, machine specifications, and controls documentation to support manufacturing equipment and applications

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field preferred
Minimum of 7 years of directly related experience in a manufacturing environment
Experience with Allen Bradley PLCs, including ControlLogix and MicroLogix platforms
Experience with Allen Bradley PanelView Plus HMIs and Allen Bradley VFDs
Experience troubleshooting and commissioning industrial fieldbus networks, including Ethernet/IP and DeviceNet
Experience creating and modifying electrical schematics using AutoCAD
Experience managing Kepware Client and OPC_UA communications
Knowledge of assembly process design, optimization, industrial equipment design, and equipment troubleshooting
Experience with electrical panel design and construction
Strong organizational, communication, analytical, and leadership skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
Travel required up to 50% for positions based in Minnesota or up to 25% for positions based in Alabama

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
401(k) matching contribution
Employee Stock Ownership Plan
Discounted employee stock purchases plan
Generous paid time off
Gym & personal training reimbursement
Life insurance and disability offerings
Wellness programs
Paid volunteer time off