Sign up to access all features of our service.
  • Job search
  • Favorites
  • Create a CV
    New
  • Salaries
  • Subscriptions

Controls and Automation Engineer

Impact Automation Inc

Impact Automation is looking for Junior and Senior Controls and Automation Engineers capable of performing a range of duties to support and accelerate the integration of material handling systems into customer facilities.


This role involves:

• Developing software for PLCs, HMIs, and IPCs.

• Installing, testing, and troubleshooting material handling systems.

• Supporting commissioning and startup activities.

• Collaborating cross-functionally with mechanical and electrical engineers, sales, and project management from project conception through post-installation support.

This is a hands-on, full-project-lifecycle role for engineers who want to see their work directly IMPACT operational success.

About us

Impact Automation is a growing company which supplies industrial equipment and integration expertise to the E-Commerce market. When you click "buy-it-now," Impact Automation's technology is used to bring packages and parcels from the warehouse to your door. We're looking for driven, resourceful individuals who are eager to continue Impact's history of success and customer satisfaction.


Responsibilities

• Program Rockwell PLCs

• Program HMI systems primarily in Ignition

• Assist in troubleshooting electromechanical systems

• Contribute to design documentation, plans, and technical drawings

• Provide on-site support for commissioning, training, and startup

Requirements

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering or related field from an accredited university - OR - equivalent work experience

• Ability to read and understand panel designs, electrical schematics, and system layouts in AutoCAD 2D

• Must have effective communication (verbal and written) and have the desire to build strong relationships with engineering groups, customers, suppliers, and subcontractors

• Must be detail oriented, organized, and able to meet deadlines while working with project management and other engineering groups

• Occasional weekend, holiday, or overtime work may be required as part of a rotating support schedule

Bonus Qualifications

• 5+ years of controls or automation experience, preferably with Rockwell platforms

• Industry experience with material handling equipment or systems

• Experience in the use of CODESYS

• Experience with networking, PC controls, and operator displays

• Mechanical design experience in Autodesk Inventor or similar design software

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance - choose from either an HSA or a PPO plan

• 401(k) plan with 3% company contribution

• Profit sharing plan

• 4 weeks of PTO + 6 paid holidays

• Monthly phone allowance

All candidates must be able to climb ladders and lift 40lb boxes. We value practical experience and proven performance over formal credentials alone. The successful candidate will be required to pass a background check, drug test, and provide documentation demonstrating the right to work in the United States upon hire. This position is subject to the E-Verify program.

Salary Description


Negotiable salary
Vacancy posted 4 days ago
Similar jobs that could be interesting for youBased on the Controls and Automation Engineer in Columbia, MD vacancy
  • $100k

     ...and software components that make up the Trident II D5 Weapon Control and Launcher systems? Do you love the idea of designing immersive...  ...additional weapon systems.   As a Weapon Control Analyst/Engineer, you will… Define system requirements and specifications for... 
    Suggested
    Temporary work
    For contractors
    Work experience placement
    Relocation package
    Flexible hours

    Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL)

    Laurel, MD
    6 hours ago
  • $100k

     ...If so, we're looking for someone like you to join our team at APL.   We are seeking an experienced GN&C engineer with expertise in feedback control systems to design, model, and evaluate missile systems. These weapon systems come with an enormous GN&C challenge... 
    Suggested
    Temporary work
    Work experience placement
    Interim role
    Relocation package
    Flexible hours

    Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL)

    Laurel, MD
    6 hours ago
  •  ...Acutal Job Title: Electrical Engineer, Motor Controls and Power Conversion Specialist ssignment Duration: 6 months, contract to hire Position Summary s an Electrical Engineer, Motor Controls and Power Conversion Specialist, serve as a vital member... 
    Suggested
    Contract work
    Work at office
    Shift work

    FieldBridge, LLC

    Hanover, MD
    3 days ago
  •  ...Job Posting: Controls Engineer at Complete Logistical Services Job Description Complete Logistical Services is excited to announce a job opening for a dedicated and skilled Controls Engineer. This full-time position offers the opportunity to join a thriving team of... 
    Suggested
    Full time
    Contract work
    Work at office

    Complete Logistical Services

    Hanover, MD
    4 days ago
  •  ...Sr. Control Engineer Our client produces a full line of grocery, industrial, food service and specialty sweetener products. Across North America, our client owns and operates six sugar refineries and in the European Union, the company owns and operates several other... 
    Suggested
    For contractors
    Work experience placement
    Work visa

    MRINetwork

    Annapolis Junction, MD
    3 days ago
  • $75.3k - $129.1k

     ...POSITION PURPOSE The Advanced Controls Engineer will work on software design and development for the electromechanical controls systems of BAC’s products. You will be a part of a growing team that is leading our digitalization journey. Members of this team will be... 
    For contractors
    Remote work

    Baltimore Aircoil Company, Inc.

    Jessup, MD
    6 days ago
  •  ...the bullet points, but we love the work!) As the Software Automation Engineer, you'll be part of a team responsible for executing and maintaining...  ...and tools including GitLab CI Experience with Git Source Control System Desired Skills Experience with the Atlassian... 
    Work at office
    Visa sponsorship
    Work visa

    GIGATEC Engineering

    Annapolis Junction, MD
    1 day ago
  • $100k

     ...Automation Engineer Do you love building software that makes real systems move, measure, react, and perform with purpose? Are you searching...  ...an Automation Engineer to help us develop automation, control, data acquisition, analysis, and user-facing software for advanced... 
    Interim role

    Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory

    Laurel, MD
    4 days ago
  •  ...what this role demands. Step into a high-visibility engineering position where you'll own electrical and automation systems for a fast-paced food manufacturing...  ...on electrical systems, motors, drives, PLCs, and control panels Program, modify, and troubleshoot PLCs... 

    Military Technical Recruiting, LLC

    Laurel, MD
    5 days ago
  •  ...Electrical and Automation Engineer Are you looking to catapult your career by driving high-impact transformation with household brands?...  ...reliable, efficient, and safe operation of all electrical and control systems across the factory facility. This role leads automation... 
    For contractors
    Flexible hours

    Dreyer's Grand Ice Cream Inc

    Laurel, MD
    1 day ago
  •  ...innovative HVAC equipment and building automation system manufacturers serving the technology...  ...markets. Havtech’s experienced sales engineers, service technicians, training staff and...  ...belong at Havtech. CURRENT OPPORTUNITY: CONTROLS SALES ENGINEER A successful Controls... 
    Contract work
    For contractors
    Local area

    Havtech LLC

    Columbia, MD
    more than 2 months ago
  •  ...Process Automation Engineering Team Lead In this position you will lead a process automation engineering team in the design, testing, and...  ...or related. Must have 5+ years of experience in process controls technology or related industry. Must be currently in a senior... 

    MRINetwork

    Annapolis Junction, MD
    3 days ago
  •  ...Marathon TS is looking for an Automation Engineer to support our Client efforts. Role Description: Enables full stack solutions through multi-disciplinary team planning and ecosystem integration to accelerate delivery and drive quality across the application lifecycle... 

    Marathon TS

    Annapolis Junction, MD
    2 days ago
  • $90k - $130k

     ...Electrical Controls Engineer LOCATION  Beltsville, MD  TYPE:  Full Time COMPENSATION: $90  - $130K ANUALLY Advanced Technology & Research...  ...team that provides material handling and industrial automation system solutions for our customers. Design, procure, integrate... 
    Permanent employment
    Full time
    Temporary work
    Work experience placement

    Advanced Technology and Research Corporation

    Beltsville, MD
    a month ago
  • $80k - $150k

     ...Business Journal's (BBJ) Best Places to Work 2019, runner up in 2020 and a finalist in 2021! Belay Technologies is seeking an Automation Engineer or Systems Engineer to join our Intel team handling complex, unique automation challenges. Our product supports a wide range... 
    Full time
    Contract work
    Work experience placement
    Flexible hours

    Belay Technologies

    Columbia, MD
    a month ago
  • $85k

     ...Systems Group (QPJ) is seeking a Robotics & Autonomous Systems Engineer to help us develop, implement and field mission-tailored autonomous...  ...capabilities including perception, planning, navigation, controls, AI/ML inference, and multi-agent autonomy on resource-constrained... 
    Temporary work
    Work experience placement
    Interim role
    Relocation package
    Flexible hours

    Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL)

    Laurel, MD
    6 hours ago
  •  ...Associate Production Engineer Design, develop, test, and evaluate integrated systems for managing production processes, including human work factors, quality control, producibility, inventory control, logistics and material flow, cost analysis, and production coordination... 
    Local area
    Flexible hours

    TCOM, L.P.

    Columbia, MD
    1 day ago
  • $100k

     ...Description Are you passionate about applying system engineering principles with emphasis on test and evaluation to support strategic...  ...and integration, digital engineering, nuclear command and control, and reliability engineering. As a member of our team, you will... 
    Temporary work
    For contractors
    Work experience placement
    Relocation package
    Flexible hours

    Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL)

    Laurel, MD
    6 hours ago
  •  ...reliability, and readiness of HPC systems through disciplined test engineering and automation. In this role, you will develop and execute test plans,...  ...tools including Ansible Experience with Git Source Control System Enjoys the occasional coffee-fueled brainstorm... 
    Full time
    Visa sponsorship
    Work visa

    GIGATEC Engineering

    Annapolis Junction, MD
    a month ago
  •  ...the lives and protect the well-being of all Americans, from veterans and service members to children, families, and seniors. Our engineers, designers, and strategists cut through complexity to create intuitive products and services that equip federal agencies with solutions... 
    Remote work

    eSimplicity

    Columbia, MD
    17 days ago
  • $108.2k - $185.2k

     ...Job Description Job Description POSITION PURPOSE The Manager – Controls Engineering , Global (hereafter ‘Manager, Controls’) will lead a group of Software (Firmware) and Hardware engineers to develop Controls solutions, and to lend technical support/guide... 
    Work at office
    Flexible hours
    Afternoon shift

    Baltimore Aircoil Company, Inc.

    Jessup, MD
    14 days ago
  •  ...System Engineer Maryland - Columbia, MD 21046 Overview Applied Integrated Technologies, Inc. (AIT) is dedicated to providing...  ...Capabilities Documents, Requirements specifications, and Interface Control Documents # Assist with the development of system... 
    Contract work
    Overseas

    Applied Integrated Technologies

    Columbia, MD
    1 day ago
  •  ...Job Type Full-time Description Systems Engineer Level 2 Analyzes user's requirements, concept of operations documents...  ...Documents, Requirements specifications, and Interface Control Documents Assist with the development of system requirements... 
    Full time
    Contract work
    Work at office

    SW Complete

    Columbia, MD
    5 days ago
  • $100k

     ...team at APL!   We are seeking a Maritime Autonomous Systems Engineer to help the US Navy prototype and adopt new maritime robotics technologies...  ...and remotely operated maritime vehicles and autonomous control software. Serve as a subject matter expert on maritime... 
    Temporary work
    Work experience placement
    Interim role
    Remote work
    Relocation package
    Flexible hours

    Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL)

    Laurel, MD
    6 hours ago
  •  ...to children, families, and seniors. Our engineers, designers, and strategists cut through...  ...eSimplicity is seeking a skilled Platform Automation Engineer to support a federal financial...  ...CloudFormation templates, GitHub-based version control, and AWS Service Catalog, enabling... 
    Contract work

    eSimplicity

    Columbia, MD
    24 days ago
  •  ...Project Engineer Nichols Contracting (NCI) is a family-owned and operated Construction and Contracting business headquartered in Columbia...  ..., this role involves oversight in scheduling, cost control, subcontractor coordination, and general project administration... 
    For contractors
    For subcontractor
    Work at office
    Local area
    Flexible hours

    Nichols Contracting Inc.

    Columbia, MD
    1 day ago
  • $70k - $75k

     ...We are seeking a motivated early‑career Project Engineer with a strong interest in building automation and smart building technologies. The ideal candidate...  ...implementation of digital building systems, including BMS/BAS controls, and energy‑efficient technologies. What will you... 
    Ongoing contract
    Full time
    Temporary work
    Internship
    Immediate start
    Flexible hours

    Schneider Electric

    Columbia, MD
    2 days ago
  • $168k - $240k

     ...Senior Systems Engineer Belay Technologies is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to join...  ...Planning, Project Assessment and Control, Decision Management, Risk Management, Configuration...  ...Technologies specializes in systems automation and full stack development. Belay... 
    Contract work
    Work experience placement
    Flexible hours

    Belay Technologies

    Columbia, MD
    3 days ago
  • $100k

     ...interested in applying technical leadership, innovation, system engineering skills, and specialty nuclear surety expertise toward the...  ...test and integration, digital engineering, nuclear command and control, and reliability engineering.   As the Senior Nuclear Surety... 
    Temporary work
    For contractors
    Work experience placement
    Relocation package
    Flexible hours

    Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL)

    Laurel, MD
    6 hours ago
  • $145k

     ...Salary: $ 145,000.00 We have partnered with a large engineering services company in the Metro DC area to provide them with a Senior...  ...team efforts Manage project team for budget and schedule control Develop fee and qualification-based proposals Must... 
    Work at office
    Local area

    Relevante

    Fulton, MD
    4 days ago

Do you want to receive more vacancies?

Subscribe and receive similar vacancies to Controls and Automation Engineer. Be the first to apply!