Automation & Controls Engineer
Job in
Langhorne, Bucks County, Pennsylvania, 19047, USA
Listed on 2026-10-14
Listing for:
Precision Castparts
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-14
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Automation & Mechatronics Engineer, Systems Engineer, Electrical Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
We are seeking a hands-on Automation & Controls Engineer to lead the integration of Industry 4.0 manufacturing equipment into a unified, data-enabled ecosystem within a new aerospace fastener manufacturing facility. This role is responsible for PLC programming, machine connectivity, and ensuring reliable, high-quality data capture across all production systems.
Key Responsibilities Machine Integration & Connectivity- Integrate a variety of CNC machines, heading equipment, roll forming systems, robotics, and material handling systems into plant-wide networks
- Configure industrial communication between machines, PLCs, and higher-level systems (MES, SCADA, IIoT platforms)
- Ensure reliable and standardized data capture from all connected assets
- Develop, program, and troubleshoot PLC logic and HMI interfaces
- Support commissioning and startup of automated equipment
- Maintain and optimize control systems for performance and reliability
- Deploy and validate sensors and data collection systems
- Ensure accuracy, consistency, and reliability of machine-generated data
- Collaborate with digital teams to structure and deliver usable data
- Support installation, testing, and ramp-up of new equipment
- Troubleshoot integration issues across automation and network layers
- Drive continuous improvement in system performance and uptime
- Planning out future automation and machine learning as part of the continuous improvement efforts
- 4–7+ years of experience in industrial automation and controls
- Strong PLC programming experience (Allen-Bradley or Siemens)
- Experience with industrial networking and machine integration
- Experience with CNC, forming, or precision manufacturing equipment
- Familiarity with SCADA, MES, and IIoT systems
- Knowledge of industrial communication protocols (OPC UA, Ethernet/IP, Profinet)
- Understanding and experience with Digital Twins such as (Omniverse, Siemens Digital Twin, Ansys Twin Builder, GE Digital, Microsoft Azure Digital Twins)
- Experience launching new facilities, major capital expenditure projects, or expansions
- Familiarity with aerospace, automotive, medical or other highly regulated manufacturing fields
- Bachelor’s in Mechatronics, Electrical, Industrial, Automation or other related Engineering discipline
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