Controls & Automation Engineer

The Project Engineer's primary purpose is to provide technical solutions for new and existing production applications while expanding the organization's expertise in automation, controls, and system integration

• Lead automation, controls, and equipment improvement initiatives to enhance manufacturing performance and operational efficiency
• Diagnose and resolve PLC, HMI, machine control, and system integration issues to minimize production downtime
• Support the installation, startup, validation, and commissioning of new manufacturing equipment and production lines
• Conduct root cause analysis on equipment failures and implement corrective actions to improve reliability and uptime
• Collaborate closely with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, and external vendors to optimize manufacturing processes
• Drive continuous improvement efforts by identifying automation opportunities, improving system performance, and increasing production efficiency

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechatronics Engineering, or a related technical discipline
• At least 3 years of hands-on experience in electrical engineering within a manufacturing, industrial, automation, or production environment
• Strong expertise in PLC programming, HMI development, machine controls, automation systems, sensors, drives, and industrial communication networks
• Proven ability to troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve controls, automation, and equipment performance issues while working directly on the production floor
• Experience leading engineering projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and integrating automated systems into manufacturing operations to improve efficiency and reliability