Automation & Control Systems Engineer

Automation & Control Systems Engineer

We are seeking an Automation & Control Systems Engineer to design, develop, implement, and support control systems for advanced CNC machine tools and industrial automation equipment. This position will develop machine-control software, HMIs, SCADA systems, and integrated automation solutions while managing projects from development through commissioning and customer support. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on controls programming experience, strong troubleshooting skills, and the ability to collaborate with engineering teams, customers, and suppliers.

Responsibilities:

• Develop control-system architectures and strategies for CNC machine tools, manufacturing processes, and automation equipment.
• Design, program, test, and document machine-control software.
• Develop Human-Machine Interface (HMI) and SCADA applications.
• Integrate CNC controls, PLCs, HMIs, servo drives, robots, and related automation systems.
• Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, software, manufacturing, and project engineering teams.
• Independently manage assigned controls projects from development through commissioning.
• Perform hands-on equipment commissioning, testing, debugging, troubleshooting, and validation.
• Support Factory Acceptance Testing to verify machine functionality and performance.
• Support customer-site commissioning, startup, and Site Acceptance Testing.
• Diagnose and resolve controls-related issues on installed equipment.
• Facilitate technical discussions with customers and suppliers regarding system interfaces and equipment integration.
• Create and maintain software, controls, and machine-operation documentation.
• Develop technical content and screenshots for operation and maintenance manuals.
• Travel domestically and internationally to support commissioning, integration, and customer acceptance activities.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer systems engineering, or a related technical discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Two or more years of relevant controls, automation, electrical engineering, or systems-integration experience.
• Experience developing control-system software for industrial machinery or automation equipment.
• Experience with Siemens Step 7, TIA Portal, or WinCC Professional SCADA is preferred.
• Experience with FANUC or Allen-Bradley PLCs, CNCs, HMIs, or servo-drive systems is preferred.
• Industrial robot programming experience with ABB, FANUC, KUKA, or similar systems is preferred.
• Experience with National Instruments LabVIEW is preferred.
• Understanding of computer hardware, networking, and system architecture.
• Knowledge of TCP/IP, RS-232, Profinet, Profibus, Ether Net/IP, OPC, or similar communication protocols.
• Ability to read, interpret, and create electrical schematics.
• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to understand mechanical drawings and hydraulic and pneumatic schematics.
• AutoCAD experience is preferred.
• Strong software troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to independently manage projects, priorities, schedules, and technical documentation.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary engineering teams, customers, and suppliers.
• Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 30%.