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Mechatronics Controls Engineer

We are seeking a Mechatronics Controls Engineer to design, program, commission and support automated manufacturing systems. The role focuses on PLC and HMI development (primarily Rockwell/Factory Talk), integration with plant networks and SCADA, and troubleshooting hardware and software issues on production equipment. The ideal candidate will blend electrical, mechanical and control-system expertise to deliver reliable, efficient automation solutions in a manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, program and maintain PLC control logic using Rockwell/Allen-Bradley platforms for manufacturing equipment.
• Design, configure and optimize HMI screens and applications using Factory Talk and related visualization tools.
• Commission and troubleshoot automated systems on-site, including PLCs, HMIs, drives, motion controllers, robots and associated sensors and actuators.
• Integrate control systems with plant networks and supervisory systems using Ethernet/IP, Modbus and other industrial protocols.
• Work with mechanical and electrical teams to design and review control panels, I/O wiring, and ladder/structured text documentation.
• Implement and test motion control sequences, servo/drive configurations and robotic interfaces to meet production requirements.
• Support root-cause analysis and corrective actions for recurring issues; apply continuous-improvement principles to increase uptime and performance.
• Create and maintain clear documentation: functional specifications, wiring diagrams, PLC/HMI code comments, commissioning reports and SOPs.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, lockout/tagout procedures and machine guarding requirements during design and commissioning.
• Provide hands-on support to maintenance and operations teams, and train personnel on control-system operation and troubleshooting.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering or related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience programming and commissioning PLCs and HMIs in a manufacturing environment, with proven Rockwell/Allen-Bradley experience.
• Strong experience with Factory Talk (View/ME/SE) for HMI/SCADA visualization and operator interface development.
• Proficient in PLC programming languages (ladder logic, function block, and/or structured text) and in-field troubleshooting of control systems.
• Solid understanding of industrial communication protocols such as Ethernet/IP and Modbus, and experience integrating systems with SCADA or MES.
• Ability to read and produce electrical schematics, panel layouts and I/O lists; experience with control panel assembly and field wiring practices.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work safely in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.
• Nice-to-have: experience with Mitsubishi PLCs, Yaskawa drives/robotics, SCADA systems, motion control, industrial robotics integration, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, Ethernet networking, Modbus implementation, and control panel design.
• Preferred certifications:
  Rockwell Automation certification or equivalent vendor credentials; experience with Factory Talk certification is a plus.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to support cross-functional projects and train operations/maintenance personnel.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Full health benefits (medical, dental, vision)
• 401k
• PTO
• Paid holidays
• STD/LTD
• Additional incentive compensation
• FSA
• Life insurance
• Much more!

For this position you must be currently authorized to work in the United States. We do not sponsor for this position.