Electrical Automation Controls Engineer
Job in
Hamilton Township, Mercer County, New Jersey, USA
Listed on 2026-08-15
Listing for:
Liberty Personnel Services, Inc.
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-08-15
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Automation & Mechatronics Engineer, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineer, Robotics
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Electrical Automation Controls Engineer
We are seeking an Electrical Automation & Controls Engineer to design, program, troubleshoot, and support advanced electrical and industrial automation systems in a manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for evaluating electrical hardware and software solutions and leading projects from concept through commissioning.
You will work across PLC/HMI development, electrical controls, robotics integration, motion control, machine safety, and industrial data acquisition
.
- Design, program, and debug PLCs, HMIs, servo systems, AC/DC drives, and electrical control systems
- Lead electrical automation projects from concept through commissioning
- Evaluate and select electrical hardware and software for production automation applications
- Design electrical control panels, machine safety systems, and control circuits in compliance with NEC, NFPA 79, NFPA 70E, OSHA, and RIA standards
- Develop PLC/HMI applications to improve throughput, equipment reliability, and eliminate production bottlenecks
- Integrate robotics into automated production systems
- Design and integrate motion control systems including VFDs, servo drives, and motor controls
- Develop and integrate data acquisition systems with SQL-based reporting tools
- Perform root cause analysis and provide electrical/controls support for maintenance and production troubleshooting
- Create and maintain electrical schematics, control panel designs, technical documentation, and equipment specifications
- 4+ years of experience in electrical controls, industrial automation, or electrical engineering within a manufacturing environment
- Strong PLC/HMI programming experience (
Allen-Bradley or Siemens preferred
) - Experience with electrical control systems, motion control, servo systems, VFDs, and AC/DC drives
- Strong understanding of industrial electrical safety systems and standards including NEC, NFPA, OSHA, and RIA
- Experience with industrial networks including Ether Net/IP, Profibus, Modbus, etc.
- Experience designing or troubleshooting electrical control panels and machine control circuits
- Robotics integration experience preferred
- Familiarity with hydraulic and pneumatic control systems
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and engineering/design tools
- Full-time onsite role in a manufacturing environment
- Benefits:
Medical, 401(k), PTO, and performance bonus - U.S. Citizen, Green Card holder, or Permanent Resident required
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