Controls Engineer - Siemens PLC / TIA Portal (Birmingham, AL

Controls & Automation Engineer (Siemens PLC / TIA Portal) Birmingham, AL  area Direct Hire Full-Time Onsite Only Relocation Available ~ $120K–$125K Base + Bonus + Benefits Minimal Travel A leading manufacturer of high-performance steel and metal products is seeking an experienced Controls Engineer to join their automation team at a facility near Pell City, AL.

This role is ideal for a self-motivated engineer with strong Siemens S7-300 and S7-1500 experience, panel design skills, and a background in fast-paced industrial environments.

Key Responsibilities: Program and troubleshoot Siemens PLCs (S7-300 and S7-1500) Support conversion of legacy systems to S7-1500 Design control panels using AutoCAD 2016 Develop and modify HMI systems using TIA Portal (V15.1–V18) and Simatic Manager Lead start-up and commissioning activities Read and interpret electrical schematics Collaborate across departments to execute capital projects Ensure all work complies with NEC and NFPA standards Required Skills & Qualifications: Siemens PLC programming (S7-300 and S7-1500) – must-have TIA Portal V15.1–V18 and Simatic Manager proficiency AutoCAD 2016 for electrical panel design Experience in fast-paced manufacturing environments Familiar with VFDs, commissioning, and system troubleshooting Knowledge of NEC and NFPA codes Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent industry experience Strong communication skills and a self-starter mentality Candidates with only Allen-Bradley experience will not be considered.

No sponsorship or OPT accepted.

Position Highlights: Direct Hire Onsite role (no remote) Location: Pell City, AL 35125 Monday–Friday 7:00 AM – 4:30 PM CST Minimal travel (approx.

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