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Automation Controls Engineer

Enoch, UT · On-site

$70K - $93K/yr

Full-time Automation Controls Engineer needed in Enoch, UT. 3 years of experience required. Position offers a competitive salary and full benefits package. Position Summary The Automation Controls ...

Matrix Technologies

Automation Controls Engineer

Maumee, OH · On-site

$78K - $104K/yr

Automation Controls Engineer ABOUT US Matrix Technologies, Inc. has been a leading provider of engineering, automation, and systems integration services since 1980. Guided by 'The Matrix Way,' we ...

HTC Global Services

Automation Controls Engineer

Dearborn, MI · On-site

$76K - $101K/yr

Automation Controls Engineer Overview / Summary We are seeking an Automation Controls Engineer to support manufacturing electrical and controls engineering activities for assembly, machining, tooling ...

Agilent

Automation Controls Engineer

Frederick, CO · On-site

$103K - $161K/yr

Join a growing team with this exciting opportunity for an Automation Controls Engineer at our ... Knowledge of OT design principals, network architecture, virtual machines, and Thin Client ...

Lyten, Inc.

Automation Controls Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$97K - $129K/yr

Automation Controls EngineerSkip to main content#Automation Controls Engineer page is loaded ... Principals only; third party or agency submitted candidates will not be considered.**Why Work at ...

Drive

929 - Automation Controls Engineer

Pulaski, TN · On-site

$82K - $108K/yr

Controls Automation Engineer We are currently seeking a Controls Automation Engineer to join our team at DRIVE. The Controls Automation Engineer will be responsible for designing, developing, and ...

DARCEO Inc

Automation Controls Engineer

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$85K - $125K/yr

Automation Controls Engineer POSITION DESCRIPTION NUMBER: HR-097-MN DEPARTMENT: Engineering REPORTS TO: Engineering Manager, Project Manager If you are an Automation Engineer with PLC Controller and ...

Invio Automation

Principal Controls Engineer

Webster, NY · On-site

$150K - $180K/yr

DESCRIPTION The Principal Controls Engineer is a senior technical leader responsible for providing advanced controls engineering expertise across multiple automation projects at Invio Automation.

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Automation & Controls Engineer

Brunswick, OH

Arrow International, INC.
Manufacturing • 1 - 5K employees
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$73K - $97K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 10 days ago

Job description

Arrow International is seeking an Automation & Controls Engineer to expand controls and automation execution capacity across our print and converting operations.

As process improvement opportunities are identified and current pull tab throughput projects continue to mature, the automation project backlog is expected to exceed one engineer’s capacity. This role will provide focused execution bandwidth and help move automation projects from concept through implementation.

This position will work closely with Process Engineering, Controls Engineering, Production, Maintenance, and Operations to support automation implementation, controls integration, equipment improvements, and production efficiency projects across print, die cutting, converting, and related manufacturing lines.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Program, troubleshoot, and support PLC systems, with Allen-Bradley experience preferred.
  • Develop and support HMI applications for production equipment and operator interfaces.
  • Support controls integration on print, converting, die cutting, collating, finishing, and related production lines.
  • Integrate industrial vision systems for inline inspection, quality checks, and serialization verification.
  • Support integration of commercial inkjet, laser, and variable data printing systems into production workflows.
  • Support robotics programming and automation projects tied to labor reduction, throughput improvement, quality, and repeatability.
  • Develop, update, and maintain electrical documentation, panel designs, wiring standards, and controls-related documentation.
  • Partner with Process Engineering on automation implementation for identified improvement projects.
  • Partner with Controls Engineering on controls integration for process improvements.
  • Work with Maintenance and Production teams to troubleshoot controls issues and support production uptime.
  • Assist with equipment upgrades, process improvements, and new automation installations.
  • Help standardize controls practices, documentation, and repeatable solutions across production areas.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
  • B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Automation Engineering, or equivalent experience.
  • 3–5 years of PLC programming experience, with Allen-Bradley preferred.
  • Experience with HMI development and controls integration in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
  • Experience supporting production equipment, automation projects, or manufacturing process improvements.
  • Experience with industrial vision systems such as Cognex or Keyence is a strong plus.
  • Familiarity with inkjet coding, laser coding, serialization, or variable data printing integration is highly desirable.
  • Robotics programming experience preferred.
  • Ability to read, develop, and maintain electrical drawings, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, and controls documentation.
  • Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to support equipment and controls issues on the production floor.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to work across Engineering, Maintenance, Production, and Operations.
  • Comfortable balancing project work with hands-on production support as needed.

You should be proficient in:

  • Industrial Robot Programming
  • Troubleshooting Industrial Automation Equipment
  • PLC Programming Experience
  • Pneumatics Troubleshooting
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