Electrical Controls Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary:

The PLC Controls Engineer is responsible for the design, development, implementation, and support of automation and control systems that drive manufacturing efficiency and continuous improvement. This hands-on role combines electrical design, PLC programming, equipment integration, and troubleshooting to support production operations. The ideal candidate will lead automation projects from concept through implementation while collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize manufacturing processes, improve system performance, and integrate new technologies across the facility.

Responsibilities

• Lead the integration of new manufacturing processes and automated equipment, including the design, programming, testing, and commissioning of control systems from concept through production.
• Design, develop, and implement PLC, HMI, and SCADA software solutions to support production automation and process optimization.
• Develop and implement plant-wide data acquisition and visualization systems that provide meaningful production metrics and operational insights for manufacturing and management teams.
• Program, configure, and troubleshoot industrial automation systems utilizing platforms including Allen-Bradley ControlLogix, PanelView, Fanuc robotics, Ignition, Wonderware, Cognex, Keyence, and other industrial control technologies.
• Provide hands-on troubleshooting and technical support for automated manufacturing equipment, including CNC machinery, robotic cells, automated assembly lines, vision inspection systems, machining centers, and plating equipment.
• Create and maintain electrical schematics, control panel layouts, wiring diagrams, and Bills of Materials (BOMs) to support new equipment installations and system modifications.
• Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, production, and quality teams to identify process improvements and implement automation solutions that increase productivity, reliability, and product quality.
• Support equipment startups, commissioning activities, system upgrades, and continuous improvement initiatives throughout the manufacturing facility.
• Ensure all automation systems comply with applicable electrical codes, safety standards, and company engineering practices.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

You should be proficient in:

• PLC Troubleshooting Skills
• PLC Programming Experience

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• Variable Frequency Drives (VFD)
• CAD Software
• Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) (Fanuc, Allen Bradley)
• Servo Motors