Automation Controls Engineer

NPAworldwide; Cedar City (UT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

Meals provided

Health benefits

Visa and travel expenses covered

Job summary

NPAworldwide offers a seven-month training position at its corporate global headquarters in Korea, with relocation to Cedar City, UT on return to the US. The Automation Controls Engineer will design, program, troubleshoot, and optimize PLC-based systems in manufacturing, with opportunity to advance into a full-time role.

Salary is paid in USD, housing and meals are provided, and health benefits are included.

Qualifications

• Associate or BS in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Controls Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.
• Experience with PLC-based control systems and automation projects preferred.
• Familiarity with sensors, actuators, HMIs, and MES/Smart Factory concepts.

Responsibilities

• Develop, troubleshoot, and maintain PLC-based control systems for production equipment.
• Modify and debug PLC programs to improve performance.
• Support integration and operation of sensors, actuators, HMIs, and control devices.
• Assist in installation, setup, and commissioning of automated production equipment.

Skills

PLC programming

Schematic reading

Sensors & actuators

Troubleshooting

Industrial automation

Education

Associate or BS in Electrical/Controls

Tools

CAD (2D/3D)

Job description

The training positions are 7 months at corporate global headquarters in Korea. Candidates will meet corporate management, expand career knowledge, and be paid to learn while spending 7 months on-site at the Korean worldwide headquarters. Full time permanent position guaranteed and relocation required to Cedar City, UT upon return to US.

The Automation Controls Engineer is responsible for the design, programming, troubleshooting, and optimization of automation and control systems used in manufacturing equipment. This role ensures stable operation of PLC-controlled systems, robotics, sensors, and Smart Factory infrastructure to maximize equipment uptime, production efficiency, and product quality. Korea speaking skills preferred.

Korean speakers with technical degrees preferred.

All receive paid salaries in US dollars

All receive paid housing and meals

All receive full health benefits

All receive fully paid VISA and travel expenses

However, only US Green Card holders and US citizens accepted.No other Visa or student Visa holders considered.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, troubleshoot, and maintain PLC-based control systems for production equipment.
• Modify and debug PLC programs
• Support integration and operation of sensors, actuators, HMIs, and control devices.
• Assist in installation, setup, and commissioning of automated production equipment.

Production System Optimization

• Analyze automation system failures and implement corrective actions.
• Improve equipment stability, cycle time, and system reliability.
• Support OEE improvement through automation and control system optimization.
• Identify opportunities for process automation and system upgrades.

Smart Factory & MES Support

• Support Smart Factory initiatives and digital manufacturing systems.
• Assist with MES integration, data collection, and system connectivity.
• Support real-time production monitoring and automation data flow.

Cross-functional Support

• Collaborate with Mechanical Engineers, Production, and Quality teams.
• Support troubleshooting of production issues related to control systems.
• Coordinate with vendors and external automation suppliers when required.

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure all electrical and control systems comply with safety standards and regulations.
• Identify and eliminate risks related to automation systems.
• Support safe operation of automated production equipment.

Required Skills

• Basic to intermediate experience with PLC systems and control logic.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, engineering drawings (CAD) and wiring diagrams.
• Understanding of sensors, actuators, and industrial automation systems.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment and support production needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ years (preferred) in PLC programming or automation engineering.
• Hands-on experience with PLC systems.
• Experience in industrial automation, robotics, or manufacturing systems.
• Experience with Smart Factory or MES systems.
• Strong background in equipment troubleshooting and system optimization.
• Ability to support commissioning and startup of automated production lines.
• CAD (2D/3D) proficiency

Why this role?

This role ensures stable operation of PLC-controlled systems, robotics, sensors, and Smart Factory infrastructure to maximize equipment uptime, production efficiency, and product quality. Korea speaking skills preferred.

Qualifications:

Education

Associate or BS in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Controls Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ years (preferred) in PLC programming or automation engineering.
• Hands-on experience with PLC systems.
• Experience in industrial automation, robotics, or manufacturing systems.
• Experience with Smart Factory or MES systems.
• Strong background in equipment troubleshooting and system optimization.
• Ability to support commissioning and startup of automated production lines.
• CAD (2D/3D) proficiency

Why Is This a Great Opportunity:

This role ensures stable operation of PLC-controlled systems, robotics, sensors, and Smart Factory infrastructure to maximize equipment uptime, production efficiency, and product quality. Korea speaking skills preferred. Housing, room and board provided while training in Korea.

Salary Type : Annual Salary

Salary Min : $ 75000

Salary Max : $ 90000

Currency Type : USD