Automation Controls Engineer Jobs in Silver Spring, MD

Job Description (General Summary)
Calling all Automation Specialists and Controls Engineers!
Whether you are an experienced industry expert or an engineer early in your career and building your skills, Intralox is looking for talented and motivated people to help deliver our innovation strategy.
Our teams design, build, and deploy advanced automation solutions that power some of the world's most complex material handling systems. From concept development and controls architecture to global implementation and lifecycle support, our engineers work on challenging problems that drive real-world impact.
If you are passionate about automation, controls, robotics, software, and solving complex engineering problems , we want to connect with you.
By applying to this posting , our recruiting and engineering teams will match your skills, experience, and interests with the Intralox automation role that best fits you.
Intralox is a division of Laitram, L.L.C., with an extensive portfolio of innovative conveyance solutions and services that improve lives and optimize businessesworldwide.
Our global workforceof over 3,000 employees in 20+ countriesconsist of reliable problem solvers, continuously developing and directly delivering solutions that have driven our customers' growth worldwide for more than 50 years.
Intralox was founded on the principle of doing the right thing, by treating customers, employees, and suppliers with honesty, fairness, and respect. We invest heavily in these values and aim to practice our business philosophy principles every day, which is why we have been consistently recognized for innovation and workplace excellence. We believe in the power of a good idea no matter where it comes from, using trust as the foundation to how we work, and that self-managed people are our greatest asset.
We listen objectively, think creatively, and deliver results. To learn more about our company culture, philosophy, and benefits, please visit our company page.
This position is not eligible for work authorization or sponsorship.
Job Responsibilities and Requirements
Why Join Intralox?
Intralox is a global leader in conveyance solutions and automation technologies, serving industries such as e-commerce, parcel logistics , food processing, and manufacturing. Our engineers work on systems that improve safety, efficiency, and performance for customers around the world.
At Intralox, engineers are trusted problem-solvers who:

• Work on complex automation systems and cutting-edge equipment
• Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams across engineering, operations, and product development
• Take ownership of solutions from concept through implementation
• Continuously learn and apply new technologies and approaches

Whether you enjoy hands-on commissioning, controls software development, system architecture, product innovation, or lifecycle support , there are multiple ways to contribute.
Current Automation & Controls Opportunities
Candidates applying through this posting may be considered for one or more of the following roles:
Engineering & Product Development

• Controls Engineer - Market Leading Team
• Controls Engineer - R&D
• Product Controls Engineer
• Automation Specialist - Development & Testing

Implementation & Lifecycle Services

• Controls Engineer - Lifecycle Services
• Automation Specialist - Lifecycle Services

Early Career Opportunities

• Controls Engineer / Commissioning Support - Entry Level

Each role contributes to advancing Intralox automation solutions-from developing new technologies to deploying and supporting systems at customer sites.
Who We're Looking For
We are interested in engineers with experience or interest in areas such as:

• Industrial automation and control systems
• PLC programming (Rockwell, Siemens, Beckhoff, etc.)
• Robotics, machine vision, and advanced automation
• Electrical controls design and system architecture
• Commissioning and troubleshooting automated equipment
• Software development for industrial systems
• BECKHOFF Controls Platforms and TwinCat programming
• MATLAB programming
• Industrial Machine Vision tools and programing

Candidates may range from recent graduates to experienced engineers with significant automation expertise .
Not Sure Which Role Fits Best?
That's exactly why this posting exists.
Apply here and our team will review your experience and connect you with the automation opportunit ies that best match your background and career goals.
If you are excited about automation, innovation, and solving meaningful engineering challenges , we encourage you to apply.
Intralox's benefit program is a major part of an employee's total compensation from the company. Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits including health, dental, vision, and disability insurance, paid time off, 401K, flexible spending account, life and AD&D insurance, long term care, tuition reimbursement, and additional voluntary benefits.
The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. Intralox considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, location, education/training and key skills. Therefore, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply regardless of their salary expectations.
The position is eligible for one of the following: commissions, discretionary incentives, or production incentives according to the terms of those plans
Salary Range $ t68,000 to 187,600.
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