Automation & Controls Engineer

Overview

Design, program, and support automation and control systems for custom-built machinery. This hands-on role works with PLCs, HMIs, and electrical panel designs to improve equipment reliability, safety, and efficiency while partnering closely with maintenance and technical teams.

Responsibilities

• Design, program, and troubleshoot PLC systems, including Allen-Bradley, AutomationDirect, Omron, and Siemens platforms.
• Develop and support HMI interfaces for custom machinery.
• Create and update electrical panel drawings using AutoCAD Electrical.
• Support equipment installations, commissioning, retrofits, and system integrations.
• Troubleshoot control systems, identify root causes, and implement improvements.
• Conduct risk assessments and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Assist with control system design, component selection, and documentation.
• Collaborate with maintenance and technical teams to implement automation solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Experience with PLCs and automation systems through internships, coursework, or professional experience.
• Knowledge of PLC programming, HMI development, and control system design.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD Electrical.
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to safety and continuous learning.

Preferred

• Exposure to automation projects, custom machinery, or equipment modernization.
• Interest in developing expertise in controls engineering, PLC programming, and automation technologies.
• Motivated to contribute to a growing engineering team and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Work Environment

On-site role working Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., in a manufacturing facility undergoing modernization. You'll work in a collaborative, hands-on environment that combines legacy equipment with modern automation technologies and offers strong opportunities for growth and development.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $55.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)