Automation Engineer
Listed on 2026-11-04
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Engineering
Automation & Mechatronics Engineer, Electrical Engineering -
Manufacturing / Production
Automation & Mechatronics Engineer, Electrical Engineering
Southeastern Massachusetts | Food & Beverage Manufacturing
A leading food manufacturing company is seeking an Automation Controls Engineer to support and optimize automated production systems within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for PLC programming, controls troubleshooting, process improvements, and supporting plant-wide automation initiatives to maximize equipment reliability and production performance.
Schedule: 2nd Shift (2:00 PM - 10:00 PM)
Compensation: $100,000 - $110,000 + Bonus
Location: Southern
Automation Controls Engineer (2nd Shift)
Southeastern Massachusetts | Food & Beverage Manufacturing
A leading food manufacturing company is seeking an Automation Controls Engineer to support and optimize automated production systems within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for PLC programming, controls troubleshooting, process improvements, and supporting plant-wide automation initiatives to maximize equipment reliability and production performance.
Schedule: 2nd Shift (2:00 PM - 10:00 PM)
Compensation: $100,000 - $110,000 + Bonus
Location: Southern
- Program, troubleshoot, and maintain PLC-controlled manufacturing equipment.
- Support automation and control systems across production operations.
- Monitor equipment performance, machine faults, and process parameters to improve uptime and efficiency.
- Maintain and optimize Factory Talk applications, databases, historians, and reporting systems.
- Develop and update electrical schematics, controls documentation, and as-built drawings.
- Identify opportunities for process improvements through automation, controls upgrades, and equipment optimization.
- Partner with maintenance teams to diagnose and resolve electrical, controls, and automation issues.
- Support preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
- Assist with capital projects, equipment installations, and commissioning efforts.
- Train operators and maintenance personnel on control systems and automated equipment.
- Work with outside vendors and contractors on automation-related projects.
- 5+ years of experience in controls, automation, or manufacturing engineering within a production environment.
- Strong PLC programming and troubleshooting experience.
- Experience with HMI/SCADA systems and industrial automation platforms.
- Knowledge of electrical controls, instrumentation, and manufacturing equipment.
- Ability to read and develop control logic, electrical schematics, and process flow diagrams.
- Experience with data collection, reporting, and manufacturing performance metrics.
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field preferred.
- Competitive base salary plus annual bonus opportunity.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Generous PTO and paid holidays.
- Tuition/Education Assistance Program.
- Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability coverage.
- Opportunity to join a stable, growing manufacturer with a strong commitment to operational excellence and continuous improvement.
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