Controls Automation Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical control systems and associated software utilizing PLCs, HMIs, motion controllers, and related automation technologies for standard and custom equipment.
• Perform hands-on electrical design, programming, testing, debugging, and troubleshooting to ensure systems meet performance, schedule, and cost objectives.
• Develop conceptual designs and assist with quotations for custom automation systems.
• Conduct final system run-offs and validation testing to verify proper functionality and compliance with specifications.
• Apply machine safety standards and perform machine risk assessments.
• Support customer installations, field service activities, startup assistance, and technical support at customer sites.
• Maintain accurate engineering and manufacturing documentation in accordance with ISO standards and TQM practices.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and project objectives.
• Communicate project progress, technical issues, and customer concerns effectively to management.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, sales, and other departments.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting assistance to manufacturing and sales teams.

Required Skills

• 3–5 years of experience designing, testing, and troubleshooting industrial automation equipment with complex electro-mechanical systems.
• Familiarity with electronic test instrumentation.
• Experience with PLC programming tools, automation systems, and engineering design software.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and project management abilities.