Controls Engineer III

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechatronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Robotics Engineering, or related engineering discipline.
• 3-5 years of experience supporting industrial automation, controls engineering, or advanced manufacturing systems.

Technical Skills

• Experience programming and troubleshooting PLC and HMI platforms including:

• Omron

• Allen-Bradley / Rockwell

• Mitsubishi

• Pro-face

• Knowledge of:

• Servo systems and motion control

• Industrial networking and communication protocols

• Robotics integration and automated equipment

• Machine vision systems

• Experience with machine vision and sensor technologies including:

• Cognex

• Keyence

• SICK

• Banner

• Balluff

• Turck

• Ability to develop and troubleshoot:

• PLC ladder logic

• Structured Text

• HMI applications

• SQL databases and data collection systems

• Experience with electrical system design, controls architecture, and industrial equipment integration.

• Understanding of manufacturing automation, process controls, and smart factory technologies.

• AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, or equivalent design software experience preferred.

Professional Skills

• Strong troubleshooting and root-cause analysis abilities.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Ability to lead technical projects from concept through implementation.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Experience training and mentoring maintenance and production personnel.

Key Responsibilities

Automation & Controls Development

• Design, develop, and implement automation and control solutions for manufacturing equipment and processes.
• Program, modify, and optimize PLC, HMI, machine vision, and motion control systems.
• Support the integration of robotics, sensors, and automated inspection technologies.

Equipment & System Improvement

• Improve equipment reliability, productivity, quality, and safety through innovative automation solutions.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend implementation opportunities that support smart manufacturing initiatives.
• Lead automation upgrades and retrofit projects.

New Equipment & Product Launch Support

• Support design reviews, equipment installations, commissioning, and startup activities.
• Collaborate with suppliers, contractors, and internal teams during equipment integration projects.
• Lead controls and automation activities for new product introductions and equipment launches.

Troubleshooting & Continuous Improvement

• Perform root cause analysis on equipment and process failures.
• Develop long-term corrective actions that improve system performance and reduce downtime.
• Support manufacturing and maintenance teams with advanced troubleshooting and technical guidance.

Project Leadership

• Manage automation and controls projects from concept through completion.
• Create and maintain electrical drawings, documentation, standards, and technical specifications.
• Participate in critical design and process reviews.

Team Development

• Train and mentor maintenance, engineering, and production personnel on automation technologies and equipment operation.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and technical excellence.

Why Join Us?

• Work with advanced automation, machine vision, and smart manufacturing technologies.
• Opportunity to influence future manufacturing systems and equipment design.
• High-impact role driving productivity, quality, and innovation.
• Collaborative environment where electrical, mechanical, software, and manufacturing disciplines work together to solve challenging engineering problems.