Automation & Controls Engineer II
Job in
Phenix City, Russell County, Alabama, 36867, USA
Listed on 2026-08-05
Listing for:
Veracity Solutions
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-08-05
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Automation & Mechatronics Engineer, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Automation & Controls Engineer II
The Automation & Controls Engineer II plays a critical role in maintaining, improving, and modernizing electrical and control systems across the Phenix City plant. This position supports ongoing operations, drives automation initiatives, ensures compliance with safety standards, and partners with cross-functional teams to deliver a $15MM automation modernization project.
Key Responsibilities- Operations Support
- Maintain plant safety, product quality, and equipment reliability through real-time troubleshooting.
- Diagnose and solve complex electrical and control issues in both low- and high-voltage systems.
- Support 24/5 and 24/7 operations; provide technical support to maintenance and production teams.
- Automation & Controls
- Design, develop, and implement automation systems (PLC, HMI, VFD, servo, and robotics).
- Program, test, and maintain Allen-Bradley PLCs and HMI systems; support network communications within enterprise and control systems.
- Document, standardize, and simplify plant automation systems.
- Manage lifecycle of legacy control systems; propose modernization strategies to prevent obsolescence.
- Project Leadership
- Serve as Lead Electrical / Controls Engineer for projects >$1M in scope.
- Support the $15MM automation upgrade initiative.
- Collaborate with engineering, process, and IT teams to ensure timely and safe project execution.
- Continuous Improvement
- Identify and implement efficiency gains through automation and data-driven analysis.
- Apply Lean and Six Sigma principles to enhance product quality and process reliability.
- Foster collaboration and open communication across departments.
- Compliance & Safety
- Apply NFPA 70E standards for electrical safety and arc flash hazard mitigation.
- Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal environmental and safety regulations.
- Promote a strong safety culture through leadership and example.
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in control systems engineering in a manufacturing environment.
- Proficiency with Allen-Bradley PLC and HMI programming, VFDs, servos, and industrial network communications.
- Knowledge of NFPA 70E standards.
- Experience with robotic systems (ABB, Fanuc).
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and project management skills.
- Demonstrated leadership and teamwork abilities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Experience with Fanuc Robotics, Cognex Vision Systems, Wonderware, Genetec.
- Lean / Six Sigma certification or project experience.
- AutoCAD or Visio experience for electrical schematics.
- Experience in ISO-certified or highly structured manufacturing environments.
- Knowledge of SAP or other ERP systems.
- Must access all areas of the plant (climb ladders, catwalks, work at heights up to 50 ft).
- Must lift, twist, and turn up to 50 lbs.
- Exposure to high noise levels, heat, humidity, and airborne particles; use of PPE required.
- Approximately 70% office / 30% plant floor presence.
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