Position Overview:

The Automation Controls Engineer is responsible for maintaining and optimizing automated production equipment to ensure efficient operation while meeting all safety, quality, and production standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Follow all workplace safety procedures and maintain a strong safety-first mindset.
• Provide technical support to maintenance and production teams to troubleshoot and resolve complex equipment issues.
• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical and electronic systems, including sensors, valves, level detectors, and control devices.
• Program, modify, and troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, servo drives, and other automation and control systems.
• Diagnose and repair automation equipment to minimize downtime and maintain production efficiency.
• Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, system backups, and software updates to ensure equipment reliability.
• Read and interpret blueprints, electrical schematics, and ladder logic diagrams.
• Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and operations teams to improve machine performance and implement process improvements.
• Support equipment upgrades, automation projects, and new system installations.
• Maintain accurate maintenance and repair documentation within a CMMS system.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and industry regulatory standards.
• Assist production and maintenance teams with daily operational needs as required.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Strong experience with industrial automation systems and electrical troubleshooting.
• Proficiency with Allen-Bradley PLC programming platforms such as Studio 5000 and RSLogix 500.
• Experience troubleshooting safety circuits and working with control voltages ranging from 24VDC to 480VAC.
• Ability to configure and troubleshoot VFDs, servo drives, HMIs, and SCADA systems.
• Knowledge of industrial networking and instrumentation systems is preferred.
• Familiarity with automation platforms and devices such as Red Lion, IFM, KEYENCE, SICK, Endress+Hauser, and Siemens systems is a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years of automation, controls, or industrial maintenance experience preferred.
• Degree in Engineering, Electrical Technology, or a related field preferred, or equivalent hands-on experience.

Core Competencies:

• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Accountability, adaptability, and continuous improvement mindset
• Effective communication and organizational skills
• Commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to perform the physical duties required in an industrial manufacturing environment, including standing, walking, lifting, climbing, and working around machinery as needed. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.