Automation Controls Engineer

Description:
On-site in Lodi, CA

Our client has an opportunity for an Automation Controls Engineer on a 9+ month contract. The role supports the design, development, implementation, and troubleshooting of PLC-based automation systems in high-volume manufacturing. You will partner with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and validation teams to ensure reliable equipment operation, enable process improvements, and meet production objectives.

Due to client requirements, applicants must be willing and able to work on a w2 basis. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance.

Rate: $60.00 to $75.00/hr. w2

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Responsibilities:

• Program, configure, test, and troubleshoot PLC-based control systems and HMIs for automated manufacturing equipment.
• Support installation, commissioning, and startup activities for new equipment and automation systems.
• Perform troubleshooting and root-cause analysis on manufacturing equipment to minimize downtime and improve system reliability.
• Assist with validation activities, equipment qualification, and testing documentation.
• Support implementation and integration of control systems, including PLCs, HMIs, drives, safety systems, and industrial communication networks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Manufacturing, Quality, Validation, and Engineering to resolve equipment and process issues.
• Participate in equipment upgrades, process improvements, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Generate and maintain technical documentation, test protocols, and system specifications.

Experience Requirements:

• 2-5+ years of experience supporting automation and controls systems within a manufacturing environment.
• PLC and HMI programming and troubleshooting including Rockwell RSLogix 5000 / Studio 5000 and FactoryTalk View.
• Industrial communication protocols including EtherNet/IP, DeviceNet, IO-Link, and OPC UA.
• Hands-on experience with high-speed manufacturing equipment, Fanuc robots, VFDs, servo drives and motion control systems, and standard and safety I/O systems.
• Experience supporting software validation, equipment qualification, and testing activities.
• Experience developing technical documentation, test procedures, and validation records.
• Experience integrating and troubleshooting control panels with PLCs, I/O modules, power supplies, safety relays, drives, and industrial network components.
• Preferred: experience in regulated manufacturing such as life sciences, medical device, diagnostics, or biotech.
• Preferred: familiarity with GMP, IQ/OQ/PQ, and validation documentation practices.
• Preferred: experience with machine vision systems such as Cognex In-Sight or VisionPro.
• Preferred: experience with continuous improvement and manufacturing process optimization.

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Automation Engineering, or related technical discipline.

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Skills, experience, and other compensable factors will be considered when determining pay rate. The pay range provided in this posting reflects a W2 hourly rate; other employment options may be available that may result in pay outside of the provided range.

W2 employees of Eliassen Group who are regularly scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week are eligible for the following benefits: medical (choice of 3 plans), dental, vision, pre-tax accounts, other voluntary benefits including life and disability insurance, 401(k) with match, and sick time if required by law in the worked-in state/locality.
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