Senior Engineer, Controls

MP Materials

. Architect, implement, and maintain SCADA and HMI systems using FactoryTalk View, WinCC, and related platforms .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeFort Worth • Texas • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in architecting, implementing, and maintaining SCADA and HMI systems, with a strong focus on data acquisition and integration for Industry 4.0 initiatives. Proficient in managing industrial network infrastructures and ensuring secure data flow across OT/IT environments.

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SCADA System ArchitectureHMI Development with FactoryTalk ViewIndustrial Networking and CybersecurityData Acquisition and IntegrationProject Leadership in Controls Systems

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Hard Skills

FactoryTalk View SE/MESiemens WinCCRockwell/Allen-Bradley PLCsData Acquisition InterfacesRockwell AssetCentre ConfigurationEthernet/IP CommunicationOPC UA/DA FamiliarityCloud IntegrationData Visualization with Power BIStatistical Analysis

Soft Skills

Problem SolvingCommunication SkillsOrganizational AbilitiesTime ManagementTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

AVEVA PI SystemsNutanixVMwareHyper-VMES IntegrationERP System Integration

Industry Keywords

OT/IT ConvergenceISA/IEC 62443 StandardsNIST StandardsSmart Factory InitiativesHigh-Availability Production Environments

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudCyber SecurityERPFirewallsTableauVMware

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Architect, implement, and maintain SCADA and HMI systems using FactoryTalk View, WinCC, and related platforms
Deploy and manage AVEVA PI systems for real-time data acquisition, historian, and analytics
Implement and maintain Rockwell AssetCentre for centralized automation-asset management and change tracking
Design and support industrial network infrastructures, including VLANs, managed switches, firewalls, and segmentation strategies
Integrate control systems and field data into enterprise platforms for Industry 4.0 and Smart Factory initiatives
Ensure secure and reliable data flow from PLCs and sensors to MES, ERP, and cloud-based analytics systems
Support and maintain PLC and HMI applications, including programming, troubleshooting, and version control
Collaborate with IT, cybersecurity, production, and engineering teams to enable and secure OT/IT convergence
Lead and mentor junior engineers and technicians and drive controls architecture, documentation, and change-management best practices
Troubleshoot OT network, SCADA, and data-system issues in high-availability production environments
Develop and configure HMI systems and integrate them with PLC control systems
Set up and maintain Ethernet/IP, Modbus, Profibus, OPC, and related communication protocols
Prepare technical documentation, including system designs, PLC programs, HMI configurations, network diagrams, troubleshooting guides, control narratives, and I/O lists
Conduct factory acceptance tests and site acceptance tests
Oversee and participate in installation, commissioning, and start-up of control systems
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field
5+ years of experience in Controls and OT systems in industrial environments
Hands-on experience with FactoryTalk View SE/ME, Siemens WinCC, and Rockwell/Allen-Bradley and Siemens PLCs
Proficiency with data acquisition, including interfaces, asset frameworks, and visualization tools
Experience collecting, aggregating, and integrating data from PLCs, sensors, and databases
Experience configuring and maintaining Rockwell AssetCentre
Deep knowledge of industrial networking, including Layer 2/3, VLANs, managed switches, firewall rules, and routing
Familiarity with OPC UA/DA, MQTT, and other industrial protocols
Solid understanding of OT cybersecurity, segmentation, and ISA/IEC 62443 and NIST standards
Strong project leadership skills and ability to manage multiple priorities independently
Experience with cloud integration, IIoT platforms, or edge computing
Familiarity with Nutanix, VMware, or Hyper-V
Exposure to MES or ERP system integration
Ability to identify and solve problems and communicate and advocate for solutions
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Expert-level proficiency with Microsoft Office suite
Experience developing automated reports, dashboards, and KPIs using Power BI, Tableau, or other data visualization tools
Experience working with data tables and structured datasets and developing dashboards
Basic knowledge of statistics for analyzing data trends and variability
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Strong organizational and time-management abilities
Must verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States upon hire

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer
Reasonable accommodation for qualified candidates with disabilities
Alternative application methods available for individuals unable to submit an application through the site because of a disability