Automation (Controls) Engineer

Gables Search Group; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Gables Search Group is seeking a Manufacturing Controls Engineer to design, integrate, and support controls systems across multiple manufacturing sites. Travel to facilities is required to support project work and start-ups, collaborating with plant operations and maintenance.

The role emphasizes Rockwell Automation platforms, PLC programming, HMI, SCADA, and industrial networks; strong communication and problem-solving are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience with manufacturing controls systems and automation concepts.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and support plant operations.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, integrate, and maintain controls systems for manufacturing equipment.
• Support automation projects, startups, and site commissioning.
• Collaborate with Plant Operations to optimize systems and throughput.
• Create write-ups and procedures for local Maintenance teams.

Skills

Verbal & written comms

Industrial automation

Electrical theory

WAN/LAN networks

Troubleshooting

Time management

Independent work

Report writing

Presentation skills

Client interaction

Tools

Rockwell RSLogix 5/500/5000/Studio

Rockwell RSView/FactoryTalk Studio

Wonderware System Platform

InTouch

InBatch

Historian

PowerFlex drives

Point/Flex IO

AutoCAD

Microsoft SQL

VMware

Cisco networking

C++, Visual Basic, Python

Job description

Summary

Manufacturing Systems Controls Design and Support.

Summary

Manufacturing Systems Controls Design and Support.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Include The Following.

• Development, integration, and maintenance of manufacturing equipment controls systems, manufacturing systems automation, human-machine interfaces, and industrial communications networks under the direction of senior corporate engineers and integrators
• Experience with some of the following is strongly desired:
  • Rockwell RSLogix 5, 500, 5000, Studio
  • Rockwell RS View, Factory Talk Studio
  • Wonderware System Platform, InTouch, InBatch and Historian
  • Rockwell PowerFlex Variable Frequency Drives
  • Rockwell Point IO and Flex IO systems
• Exposure and understanding of the following is beneficial:
  • Industrial flow meters, temperature probes, level sensors, photoeyes, and solenoid valves
  • Microsoft SQL
  • AutoCAD
  • VMWare Workstation Player and vSphere
  • Programming (C++, Visual Basic, Java, Python, etc.)
  • Cisco networking hardware
• Must be available to travel to all Facilities to assist with project work and start-ups.
• Work with site Control Technicians for troubleshooting, training, and start-ups
• Develop and foster strong relationships with Plant Operation team to evolve current systems architecture and maximize manufacturing efficiencies and output.
• Support local Operations needs for electrical and automation system support.
• Create written instructions for local Maintenance department for automation systems
• Must have a valid driver's license and be willing to fly on commercial aircraft.
• Commitment to safety begins with management. Managers and frontline supervisors are accountable for creating and maintaining a culture of Safety and assuring a safe work environment.

Required Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Good understanding of industrial automation programming concepts
• Strong understanding of electrical concepts and theories
• Understanding of computer WAN and LAN networks
• Interaction with plant personnel, both hourly and salary.
• Customer focused personality and approach
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public
• Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems
• Ability to work and manage time independently
• Ability to troubleshoot problems quickly and effectively