Automation and Controls Engineer - 1313

Ecore Athletic; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A rapidly expanding organization is seeking an Automation & Controls Engineer to maintain and upgrade machinery, manage components, and lead automation projects. The role involves collaboration with various teams and requires a Bachelor's degree and relevant experience in automation and electrical engineering.

Benefits

Competitive medical, dental, vision, and prescription insurance

401k with company match

Immediate PTO accrual

Tuition reimbursement and development opportunities

Access to eco-friendly public transportation

Qualifications

• 5+ years in automation, electrical engineering, or mechatronics within manufacturing.
• Proficiency with Allen-Bradley, ABB, Siemens, and Yaskawa.

Responsibilities

• Lead and maintain the Machine Obsolescence Mitigation Plan.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on control systems.
• Collaborate with Maintenance, Production, Quality, and IT teams.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mechatronics

Tools

AutoCAD

C++

Python

Visual Basic

Allen-Bradley

ABB

Siemens

Yaskawa

Job description

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Location: 715 Fountain Avenue, Lancaster, PA 17601

Description/Responsibilities

We are a rapidly expanding organization seeking an Automation & Controls Engineer responsible for maintaining and upgrading machinery companywide, aligning with our Obsolescence Mitigation Plan. This includes managing sensors, drives, electrical components, and programming updates for PLCs and HMIs.

Core Contributions

• Lead and maintain the Machine Obsolescence Mitigation Plan for reliability.
• Identify and implement continuous improvements on equipment systems.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on control systems and drives.
• Develop and optimize preventive and predictive maintenance programs based on data analysis.
• Lead automation projects, including design, installation, and modifications.
• Evaluate and implement system upgrades for reliability and efficiency.
• Collaborate with Maintenance, Production, Quality, and IT teams to support operations.
• Train technicians and operators on system updates, ensuring compliance with OSHA and other regulations.
• Document projects, system changes, and troubleshooting procedures.
• Report on system performance and project status regularly.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to maintenance teams.
• Stay updated on automation technologies and standards, integrating them into practices.
• Design, create, update, and maintain electrical schematics.
• Configure and program VFDs, PLCs, and HMIs.
• Standardize and document solutions across all sites.
• Implement and maintain equipment monitoring systems to ensure process stability and reliability.
• Approximately 10% travel required.

Essential Experiences

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.
• 5+ years in automation, electrical engineering, or mechatronics within manufacturing/industrial settings.
• Proficiency with Allen-Bradley, ABB, Siemens, and Yaskawa.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, C++, Python, and Visual Basic.
• Knowledge of network topology and experience with APIs (preferred).
• NEC (NFPA 70) and CAP (ISA) certifications (preferred).
• Strong project management, communication, and problem-solving skills.

What We Offer

• Competitive medical, dental, vision, and prescription insurance.
• 401k with company match.
• Immediate PTO accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement and development opportunities.
• Access to eco-friendly public transportation.

Ecore International is an equal opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program to confirm employment eligibility.