Automation Controls Engineer

Unity Staffing Services, LLC; Enoch (UT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Unity Staffing Services, LLC in Enoch, Utah, is seeking an Automation Controls Engineer to design, program, troubleshoot, and optimize PLC-based systems used in manufacturing equipment.

You will support Smart Factory initiatives, MES data flow, and collaborate with mechanical, production and quality teams to boost uptime, efficiency, and product quality.

The role requires an Associate degree and 3–5 years of experience, onsite work five days a week, and no visa sponsorship.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Electronics, Mechatronics, Automation, or related field preferred.
• Equivalent hands-on automation experience may be considered.
• Basic-to-intermediate PLC systems and control-logic experience.
• Ability to modify, debug, validate, and troubleshoot PLC programs.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, CAD engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and control-panel I/O.
• Working knowledge of sensors, actuators, HMIs, robotics, control devices, and industrial automation systems.
• Strong equipment-troubleshooting and analytical problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work onsite five days per week in Enoch, Utah.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Develop, troubleshoot, and maintain PLC-based control systems for production equipment.
• Modify and debug PLC programs; LS ELECTRIC experience preferred.
• Integrate sensors, actuators, HMIs, robotics, and control devices.
• Assist with installation, startup, and commissioning of automated production equipment.
• Analyze automation-system failures and implement corrective actions.
• Improve equipment stability, cycle time, reliability and overall equipment effectiveness.
• Identify opportunities for automation and system upgrades.
• Support Smart Factory initiatives and MES data flow and real-time production monitoring.
• Collaborate with mechanical, production and quality teams; coordinate with vendors.

Skills

PLC programming

Automation engineering

Troubleshooting

Sensors & actuators

HMIs

Robotics

Industrial automation

Education

Associate degree (or equivalent)

Tools

LS ELECTRIC PLC

CAD drawings

Job description

Unity Staffing Services, LLC | Full time

Enoch, United States | Posted on 08/14/2026

• Industry Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
• Work Experience 3-5 years
• State/Province Utah
• Country United States

About Us

AtUnity Staffing Services,LLC,we believe people are the heart of every successful company. Our mission is to provide dependable, qualified, and motivated talent — on time, every time.

By combining human connection with innovative recruiting technology, we make staffing fast, transparent, and personal. From temporary assignments to permanent placements, Unity Staffing delivers excellence you can count on.

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY: The Automation Controls Engineer designs, programs, troubleshoots, and optimizes automation and control systems used in manufacturing equipment. This role supports the stable operation of PLC-controlled systems, robotics, sensors, HMIs, and Smart Factory infrastructure to maximize equipment uptime, production efficiency, and product quality. |

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Develop, troubleshoot, and maintain PLC-based control systems for production equipment; modify and debug PLC programs, with LS ELECTRIC experience preferred; integrate and support sensors, actuators, HMIs, robotics, and control devices; assist with installation, setup, startup, and commissioning of automated production equipment; analyze automation-system failures and implement corrective actions; improve equipment stability, cycle time, reliability, and overall equipment effectiveness; identify opportunities for automation and system upgrades; support Smart Factory initiatives and digital manufacturing systems; assist with MES integration, data collection, system connectivity, real-time production monitoring, and automation data flow; collaborate with mechanical engineering, production, and quality teams; coordinate with vendors and automation suppliers; and ensure electrical and control systems comply with applicable safety standards. |

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Associate degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Electronics, Mechatronics, Automation, or a related field preferred; equivalent hands-on automation experience may be considered; basic-to-intermediate PLC systems and control-logic experience; ability to modify, debug, validate, and troubleshoot PLC programs; ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, CAD engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and control-panel I/O; working knowledge of sensors, actuators, HMIs, robotics, control devices, and industrial automation systems; strong equipment-troubleshooting and analytical problem-solving skills; ability to work in a manufacturing environment and support production needs; legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship; and willingness to work onsite five days per week in Enoch, Utah. |

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PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Three or more years of PLC programming or automation-engineering experience; hands-on LS ELECTRIC PLC experience; industrial automation, robotics, or manufacturing-systems experience; Smart Factory or MES experience; OEE improvement and system-optimization experience; automated-line commissioning and startup experience; CAD 2D or 3D proficiency; and experience supporting real-time production monitoring and automation data collection. |

SCHEDULE AND INTERVIEW PROCESS: Onsite Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Mountain Time. The anticipated interview process includes a Microsoft Teams interview followed by a possible onsite interview. |

ADDITIONAL DETAILS: No visa sponsorship. Relocation assistance is not confirmed; non-local candidates may be considered if willing to relocate, potentially at their own expense.

Requirements

REQUIRED TRAINING: Approximately seven months of job training in Korea is mandatory and non-negotiable. Candidates must be willing and able to complete this international training and commit to the role after training.