929 - Automation Controls Engineer

Drive; Pulaski (TN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

DRIVE is seeking a Controls Automation Engineer to design, develop, and implement automation controls for our manufacturing processes. The role involves programming PLCs, HMIs, and other control devices, and troubleshooting complex systems to keep production running smoothly.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and 3+ years of automation controls experience, with strong problem-solving and communication skills to work across engineering and production teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in automation controls engineering.
• Proficiency in PLC programming and HMI design.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement automation controls systems for manufacturing equipment.
• Program PLCs, HMIs, and other control devices.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues with automation controls systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate automation controls systems into production processes.
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI design

Problem-solving

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

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 implementing automation controls systems for our manufacturing processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and implement automation controls systems for manufacturing equipment
• Program PLCs, HMIs, and other control devices
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues with automation controls systems
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate automation controls systems into production processes
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• 3+ years of experience in automation controls engineering
• Proficiency in PLC programming and HMI design
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities