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Senior Controls Engineer, Test

01 Hypertherm, Inc. · Lebanon, NH

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Level
Senior
Team
Controls
Base pay
$120k–$200k
Experience asked
8+ years
Industry
Industrial
Posted
21 days ago

The role in 30 seconds

A senior controls role at 01 Hypertherm, Inc. (industrial) in Lebanon, NH. Is seeking a Sr Staff Controls Engineer for their Test & Automation Team located in West Lebanon, NH.

They ask for
8+ years
Tools it names
PLC, Robotics, Automation
Base pay
$120k–$200k

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How this role compares

Against 803 other live controls postings in the US.

Base pay
About 35% above similar roles

Typical $97k–$140k, from 273 postings that list pay.

Experience asked
More than usual (8+ vs 5+)

Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • ✓ Automation 74%
  • ✓ PLC 71%
  • ✓ Robotics 38%
  • Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) 25%
  • Root cause 25%
  • Team leadership 20%

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It asks for 8+ years. If you're close, apply anyway: requirements are a wish list. Talk to someone on the team first.

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  2. 2

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  3. 3

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Full description from 01 Hypertherm, Inc.As posted on their careers site.Show

01 Hypertherm, Inc. is seeking a Sr Staff Controls Engineer for their Test & Automation Team located in West Lebanon, NH. The role involves designing custom assembly automation equipment and leading the development of electrical controls for manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in controls automation, including hands-on experience with PLC programming and robotics. A collaborative spirit and strong communication skills are essential.

As a 100% employee-owned company with a no-layoff philosophy, we offer a supportive environment that values innovation and community service, along with competitive compensation ranging from $120,056 to $200,092 annually.

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