Automation and Controls Systems Engineer

AUTOMATION & CONTROLS SYSTEMS ENGINEER

Join an Innovative Engineering Team Driving Advanced Industrial Technology

Looking for an opportunity where you can work on complex automation systems, cutting-edge machinery, and global projects — all while building your technical expertise with a respected engineering organization? A growing industrial technology company is seeking Automation & Controls Systems Engineers to join its collaborative engineering team.

This is a direct hire opportunity offering hands-on involvement in machine controls, software development, commissioning, and advanced automation projects with domestic and international exposure.

What You'll Do:

• Design, develop, and implement automation and control systems for advanced industrial machinery and processes

• Collaborate across engineering disciplines to develop control strategies and system architectures

• Develop and document software for machine controls, HMI, SCADA, and automation platforms

• Perform hands-on testing, debugging, commissioning, and factory acceptance activities

• Support customer integrations, troubleshooting, and controls-related technical issues

• Interface with customers, suppliers, and cross-functional internal teams

• Contribute to technical documentation, operations manuals, and project execution

What We're Looking For:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Systems Engineering required

• 2+ years of related engineering experience preferred

• Experience with in manufacturing, industrial, machine tool, power generation, or similar engineering environments

• Experience with electrical systems, electrical drawings, and cross-functional engineering collaboration

• AutoCAD experience required (Electrical AutoCAD strongly preferred)

• ERP and Microsoft Office proficiency required

• Strong communication skills, professionalism, and a collaborative mindset

Highly Desired Technical Experience:

• Siemens, Allen Bradley, Fanuc, PLC/CNC/HMI/SCADA platforms

• Robot programming (ABB, Fanuc, Kuka, or similar)

• Lab View exposure

• Industrial communication protocols and networking

• Electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, hydraulic/pneumatic systems

Schedule & Travel:

• Monday–Friday | 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM

• Approximately 30% travel (domestic & international) — typically one week per month

• Some overtime/weekend work based on project needs (paid overtime eligible)

Compensation & Benefits:
• $80,000 – $130,000 base salary

• Profit-sharing incentive program

• Comprehensive healthcare benefits

• 401(k) program

• Direct hire opportunity with long-term growth potential

If you're an engineer who enjoys solving technical challenges, collaborating across disciplines, and seeing your work come to life in real-world industrial applications, this could be an excellent next step.

Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.

Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.