Manufacturing Controls Engineer

Manufacturing Controls Engineer
Location: Oakdale, PA
Status: Full-time direct hire
Experience: Bachelors Degree in Engineering with 3+ years of experience in the industry


REQUIREMENTS

• Develop, modify, and maintain PLC logic for manufacturing equipment and machinery
• Troubleshoot controls, electrical, and mechanical issues impacting production
• Support and integrate CNC machines and machining centers
• Perform machine startups, retrofits, and minor system upgrades
• Diagnose issues related to sensors, actuators, VFDs, servos, HMIs, and I/O
• Collaborate with Maintenance and Production to minimize downtime on mechanical, CNC and PLC controlled equipment
• Support mechanical improvements, including fixturing, pneumatics, hydraulics, and machine modifications
• Support machine safety improvements and compliance with plant safety standards

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Electrical or related Engineering discipline
• 3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Hands-on experience with PLC programming and troubleshooting
• Experience working directly on production equipment
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and mechanical drawings
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
• Comfortable working independently in a small-team environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to CNC programming or CNC machine integration
• Experience with pneumatics, hydraulics, and motion systems
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision

Benefits
PEAK's benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Dependent Care Savings Account (DCA), and 401K plan. PEAK believes that taking care of our team is essential for success and we are proud to provide benefits that enhance both your well-being and your future. Additionally, our associates may be eligible for Paid Sick Leave as required by Federal, State, or local laws.


Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO)
PEAK Technical Staffing is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. PEAK does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business need. We encourage all individuals to apply.


Americans Disabilities Act (ADA)
The physical and mental requirements described in this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to perform the essential physical functions of the position, including sitting, standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, and lifting up to 25 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.


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