Automation Controls Engineer Jobs in Philadelphia, PA

Electrical Automation Controls Engineer

We are seeking an Electrical Automation & Controls Engineer to design, program, troubleshoot, and support advanced electrical and industrial automation systems in a manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for evaluating electrical hardware and software solutions and leading projects from concept through commissioning.

You will work across PLC/HMI development, electrical controls, robotics integration, motion control, machine safety, and industrial data acquisition.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, program, and debug PLCs, HMIs, servo systems, AC/DC drives, and electrical control systems

• Lead electrical automation projects from concept through commissioning

• Evaluate and select electrical hardware and software for production automation applications

• Design electrical control panels, machine safety systems, and control circuits in compliance with NEC, NFPA 79, NFPA 70E, OSHA, and RIA standards

• Develop PLC/HMI applications to improve throughput, equipment reliability, and eliminate production bottlenecks

• Integrate robotics into automated production systems

• Design and integrate motion control systems including VFDs, servo drives, and motor controls

• Develop and integrate data acquisition systems with SQL-based reporting tools

• Perform root cause analysis and provide electrical/controls support for maintenance and production troubleshooting

• Create and maintain electrical schematics, control panel designs, technical documentation, and equipment specifications

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in electrical controls, industrial automation, or electrical engineering within a manufacturing environment

• Strong PLC/HMI programming experience (Allen-Bradley or Siemens preferred)

• Experience with electrical control systems, motion control, servo systems, VFDs, and AC/DC drives

• Strong understanding of industrial electrical safety systems and standards including NEC, NFPA, OSHA, and RIA

• Experience with industrial networks including EtherNet/IP, Profibus, Modbus, etc.

• Experience designing or troubleshooting electrical control panels and machine control circuits

• Robotics integration experience preferred

• SQL/data acquisition systems experience a plus

• Familiarity with hydraulic and pneumatic control systems

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and engineering/design tools

Work Environment & Compensation

• Full-time onsite role in a manufacturing environment

• Monday–Friday schedule

• Salary: $80,000 – $110,000

• Benefits: Medical, 401(k), PTO, and performance bonus

• U.S. Citizen, Green Card holder, or Permanent Resident required

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