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Sr. Control Systems Developer

Interstates Companies
dental insurance, life insurance, parental leave, 401(k)
United States, Nebraska, Omaha
Dec 03, 2025
Take Charge of Your Career at Interstates At Interstates, we don't just show up to work, we show up for each other. From our headquarters in Iowa to job sites across the country, we're doing award-winning electrical, controls, automation, and OT work that powers industrial facilities for clients here in the U.S. and around the world. Whether you're bending conduit, wiring panels, writing code, supporting projects, or helping things run behind the scenes, you'll be part of a crew that works hard, shares laughs, and takes pride in doing quality work. We believe in building strong teams, doing the right thing, and making a difference in the communities where we live. If you want to grow and do meaningful work, you'll feel at home here. As aSenior Control Systems Developer, you'll design, program, and implement advanced control systems that support industrial automation projects across multiple industries. You'll serve as a key technical resource-translating project requirements into reliable, well-designed control solutions and supporting successful start-up in the field. You won't work alone; you'll collaborate closely with Project Managers, Analysts, and other technical team members. But you will take ownership of significant portions of the control system and bring deep expertise in PLC, HMI, and industrial software development. Responsibilities: Lead the design and programming of major components of control systems with minimal supervision. Work with project teams to define system scope, functionality, documentation, screens/graphics, and startup needs. Program, test, troubleshoot, and document PLC/HMI/PC-based control systems. Apply advanced expertise in at least two of the following: PLC programming, HMI development, hardware configuration, or database management. Install, configure, and troubleshoot PC/PLC hardware, industrial networks, and system components. Support system commissioning and startup at customer sites-independently when needed. Provide operator training and customer support, including occasional after-hours assistance. Maintain confidentiality of sensitive customer information. Contribute to programming standards, technical design reviews, and project estimating. Assist in mentoring and developing other team members. Preferred skills or industry knowledge: Value-add Ag such as: Ethanol, Seed Oil, Petfood Food & Bev Continuous Process Strong understanding of PLCs, HMIs, industrial PCs, networks, and control system architecture. Knowledge and Expertise for this Role Bachelor's degree (B.A., B.S.) from four-year college or university with an emphasis in some branch of Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, etc.) or Associate's degree (A.A., A.S.) from a two-year community college or technical school with an emphasis in Instrumentation and Controls preferred. Or equivalent combination of education and related experience/training 5+ years of experience in programming in the Industrial Environment, implementing Industrial Control Software (Startup) and experience in dealing with customers regarding system requirements Experience with object oriented programming, user interface development, database systems, and system integration Location: This position may be based at one of Interstates' office locations, with potential hybrid flexibility depending on project needs. Travel: The amount of travel will vary according to business requirements (may be up to 35%). Benets You Can Depend On: In addition to highly competitive pay and quality benets, Interstates strives to oer opportunities for education and career development, empowering you to have a career that's built to last. Some of our benets include: Competitive pay Bonus incentives 401(k) Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance PTO and Holiday Pay Disability and Life Insurance Parental Leave Advancement Opportunities What You Should Know Before You Apply Interstates may collect personal information as part of your job application, such as your contact details, work history, education, and any information you provide. This information is used only for recruitment, to evaluate your candidacy, and to meet legal requirements. For details about our privacy practices and your rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), please see ourPrivacy Policy. By applying, you acknowledge that you have reviewed this notice. Interstates is an EEO provider and offers a drug-free workplace. Employment at Interstates is at-will and may be terminated at any time with or without notice or cause, except as otherwise provided by law.