Controls Engineer

15% bonus potential, full benefits, join a leading manufacturer in automotive and commercial products!

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Salary: $90,000 – $115,000 per year

A bit about us:

Our client is a long-established U.S. manufacturer that supports major brands across the appliance, transportation, and automotive industries, known for producing high-quality engineered components and delivering dependable, customer-focused solutions. The culture is family-oriented, collaborative, and people-first, offering employees a stable environment that values craftsmanship, continuous improvement, and individual growth-an opportunity to build a meaningful career while contributing to products used every day.

Why join us?

• 15% annual bonus potential (can earn over 100%)
• 401k with employer match at 4%
• Comprehensive Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 2-3 weeks vacation (negotiable depending on candidate)
• 10 paid holidays

Job Details

Controls & Automation Engineer
$90k-$115k with a 15% bonus potential

We’re seeking a hands-on engineering professional to support automation, equipment development, and process reliability across a high-volume manufacturing environment. In this role, you’ll design and integrate new equipment, optimize automated systems, and provide technical support that keeps operations running safely and efficiently.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and implement equipment concepts, designs, and upgrades.
• Program and optimize robotics, PLCs, CNC systems, and automation equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and controls issues to minimize downtime.
• Create and maintain CAD drawings for layouts, schematics, and fabrication needs.
• Lead improvement projects that boost quality, efficiency, and consistency.
• Support safety initiatives through equipment reviews and hazard identification.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, equipment specs, and vendor coordination.
• Maintain equipment documentation, programs, and technical standards.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field (or equivalent experience).
• 3+ years in automated, high-volume manufacturing.
• Ability to read and create electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic drawings.
• Experience with programming Allen-Bradley PLCs (RSLogix 500 / Studio 5000 ideal).
• HMI Programming (Factory Talk ideal)
• Robot programming experience highly desired
• Working knowledge of safety standards for automation/robotics (ANSI/OSHA).
• Competence with 3D CAD tools (Inventor, Solid Works, etc.) is ideal
• Strong troubleshooting, project management, and problem-solving skills.

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