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We’re the Doers who make their stories matter.\nAt GrayMatter, we uncover the industrial intelligence buried in clipboards, legacy systems, and human memory. We discover it, transform it, and turn it into insight. \nFrom the drill press to the boardroom, we help you think smarter and do better-by listening to the machines you already trust.\nAnd that’s where you come in.\nGrayMatter is dedicated to creating a team of unmatched talent in industrial technology. Our organizational culture encourages opportunities to learn and collaborate. Six core values make Team GrayMatter stand above the rest: Bias to Action, Batteries Included, Unbounded Curiosity, Everybody Wins, Built to Last, Actionable Insight.\nWe're looking for a Senior Level Control Systems Engineer to join our team! This position will focus on executing specialized work efficiently, with confidence and competence. 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