Automation​/Controls Engineer; Vision

Overview

Join a regional automation team as an Automation / Controls Engineer responsible for designing, programming, commissioning, integrating, and supporting automated and robotic manufacturing equipment. This hands-on role covers both hardware and software across projects from concept through installation and post-delivery support.

• Work under the direction of the Engineering Manager and coordinate with project, sales, and mechanical teams.
• Liaise directly with customers to understand requirements and deliver effective automation solutions.
• Provide technical oversight for control panel wiring and system fabrication.
• Design, develop, and troubleshoot electromechanical control systems.
• Program and debug PLCs, HMIs, motor drives, servos, robotic controllers, vision systems, and related control devices both in the shop and onsite.
• Support system run-offs and install/commission equipment to meet contractual and performance requirements.
• Perform quality control inspections and ensure compliance with applicable safety and electrical codes.
• Integrate, modify, and repair robotic, mechanical, and controls equipment to meet customer needs.
• Maintain accurate records, documentation, and change logs for systems and site work.
• Help keep the fabrication and assembly areas organized and safe; occasional light housekeeping and parts organization may be required.

• 2–4+ years’ experience in industrial controls development, troubleshooting, or programming.
• Hands-on experience with PLC/HMI programming and ladder or structured text logic.
• Allen Bradley, Siemens, GE and similar PLC/HMI's
• Practical experience reading electrical schematics; experience producing prints is a plus.
• Proven ability to integrate and troubleshoot control panels and electromechanical systems.
• Strong computer literacy and clear written/verbal communication.
• Experience with common commercial PLC platforms and industrial control hardware.
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team; effective at juggling multiple tasks.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and travel to customer sites as required (occasional travel).
• Must pass background and drug screening and maintain a valid U.S. driver’s license and safe driving record.
• Reports to the Engineering Manager; may receive assignments from other engineering and operations leads.
• Full-time, on-site role
• Competitive benefits package, including retirement plan, medical/dental/vision coverage options, paid time off.
• This full-time, on-site position located in Irondale, AL, requires travel up to 30% of the time.

This job description is for an on-site role in Irondale, AL. Travel up to 30% may be required. Please send a current copy of your resume with work history to  for consideration. All communications are 100% confidential.

Patrick Del Gaone