Associate Controls Engineer in Waterbury

Position Summary

We are hiring a Associate Controls Engineer to support the daily troubleshooting and maintenance of automation systems, electrical controls, and computer-based maintenance tracking in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

This role is ideal for a motivated technician or early‑career engineer with an associate degree (or equivalent hands‑on experience) and 1–2 years of experience working with industrial automation, controls, or electrical systems in a manufacturing environment.

• Troubleshoot and repair PLC‑controlled systems, including diagnosing I/O faults, communication errors, and logic‑related issues.
• Perform PLC backups, restores, and version control for Allen‑Bradley systems.
• Diagnose and repair issues with electrical systems up to 480
  
  VAC, including sensors, relays, motors, and VFDs.
• Support HMI and industrial PC troubleshooting, including communication loss, configuration errors, and data handling.
• Maintain and organize data within Limble CMMS: enter work orders, track PMs, record downtime, and generate reports.
• Assist with networked equipment troubleshooting, including Ethernet/IP, Modbus, or device connectivity.
• Maintain and update control system documentation: schematics, PLC version logs, and wiring diagrams.
• Support spare parts tracking and help standardize control system components.
• Participate in small automation upgrades and assist with commissioning and testing activities.
• Collaborate with maintenance and production teams to minimize downtime and improve reliability.

• Associate degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechatronics, Automation, or related field; or equivalent technical or military experience.
• 1–2 years of experience in manufacturing, electrical maintenance, or automation support.
• Working knowledge of Allen‑Bradley PLC systems and ladder logic, with the ability to troubleshoot I/O and logic faults.
• Familiarity with multimeters, electrical panels, sensors, and control wiring.
• Basic computer troubleshooting skills, including file management, network configuration, and industrial software use.
• Understanding of safe electrical work practices, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.

• Hands‑on experience with Allen‑Bradley software such as RSLogix or Studio 5000.
• Experience using Limble CMMS for work order management and reporting.
• Familiarity with industrial networking and communication protocols (Ethernet/IP, Modbus).
• Basic mechanical troubleshooting ability (motors, actuators, pneumatic components).
• Understanding of HMI interfaces and control panel layouts.

• Strong analytical and troubleshooting mindset — both electrical and digital.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to documentation accuracy.
• Effective communication and teamwork across departments.
• Self‑motivated learner who takes initiative to identify and solve technical problems.
• Comfortable balancing hands‑on repair work with computer‑based analysis and record keeping.