Senior Control Engineer

Senior Controls EngineerChatsworth, CaliforniaAre you a Senior Controls Engineer who thrives on diagnosing complex PLC and automation faults across advanced CNC and bespoke manufacturing equipment? Do you enjoy being the technical authority onsite, driving improvements in machine performance, reliability and control systems? Are you degree qualified in electrical engineering or automation and ready to take ownership of a highly automated, precision manufacturing environment? If so, this opportunity could be the right next step for you.We are working exclusively with a globally recognised precision manufacturer supporting aerospace and medical industries. Their Chatsworth facility is a state-of-the-art, highly automated CNC environment producing high tolerance components where uptime, accuracy and control system performance are critical. The Senior Controls Engineer will play a central role in maintaining, improving and evolving the site’s automation capability.As the Senior Controls Engineer your responsibilities will includeDiagnose and resolve complex PLC and controls faults across CNC machinery and bespoke automated equipmentModify, optimise and maintain PLC programs to improve machine performance, reliability and efficiencyAct as the onsite subject matter expert for electrical engineering and control systemsLead troubleshooting activities, supporting technicians in identifying root causes and implementing robust corrective actionsInterpret electrical schematics, manuals and system drawings to guide maintenance and repair activitiesSupport both planned preventive maintenance and reactive breakdown response across automated systemsDrive continuous improvement initiatives across controls, automation and machine performanceAs the Senior Controls Engineer you will bringA degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Mechatronics or a related disciplineStrong hands on experience with PLCs, including fault finding and program modificationProven background in a manufacturing or industrial environment supporting automated machineryThe ability to diagnose complex electrical and control system issues without reliance on OEMs or third partiesA proactive, solutions focused mindset with the confidence to take ownership of critical systems onsiteThere is genuine progression available. You will have the opportunity to shape and develop the site’s controls and automation capability, with increasing technical ownership and strategic input over time. The business offers a collaborative environment, strong investment in technology and clear long term growth.All successful applicants will be contacted within two working days.