Automation & Controls Engineer

Precision Castparts; Langhorne (Bucks County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Precision Castparts is seeking a hands-on Automation & Controls Engineer to lead the integration of Industry 4.0 manufacturing equipment into a unified, data-enabled ecosystem at a new aerospace fastener facility. You will oversee PLC programming, machine connectivity, and reliable data capture across production systems.

You will collaborate with digital teams to structure usable data, support commissioning, and drive continuous improvement in system performance and uptime, with a focus on

Qualifications

• 4–7+ years of experience in industrial automation and controls.
• Strong PLC programming experience with Allen-Bradley or Siemens.
• Experience with industrial networking and machine integration.

Responsibilities

• Lead integration of CNC, rolling, robotics into plant-wide networks.
• Develop and troubleshoot PLC logic and HMI interfaces.
• Deploy sensors and ensure data accuracy across assets.
• Support installation, testing, and ramp-up of new equipment.
• Drive continuous improvement including future automation and ML plans.

Skills

Industrial automation

PLC programming

Industrial networking

Data acquisition

Machine integration

HMI interfaces

Education

Bachelor’s in Mechatronics / Electrical / Industrial / Automation Engineering

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Siemens PLCs

OPC UA

Ethernet/IP

Profinet

SCADA

MES

IIoT platforms

Job description

We are seeking a hands-on Automation & Controls Engineer to lead the integration of Industry 4.0 manufacturing equipment into a unified, data-enabled ecosystem within a new aerospace fastener manufacturing facility. This role is responsible for PLC programming, machine connectivity, and ensuring reliable, high-quality data capture across all production systems.

Key Responsibilities

Machine Integration & Connectivity

• Integrate a variety of CNC machines, heading equipment, roll forming systems, robotics, and material handling systems into plant-wide networks
• Configure industrial communication between machines, PLCs, and higher-level systems (MES, SCADA, IIoT platforms)
• Ensure reliable and standardized data capture from all connected assets

PLC Programming & Controls

• Develop, program, and troubleshoot PLC logic and HMI interfaces
• Support commissioning and startup of automated equipment
• Maintain and optimize control systems for performance and reliability

Data Acquisition & Signal Integrity

• Deploy and validate sensors and data collection systems
• Ensure accuracy, consistency, and reliability of machine-generated data
• Collaborate with digital teams to structure and deliver usable data

System Commissioning & Support

• Support installation, testing, and ramp-up of new equipment
• Troubleshoot integration issues across automation and network layers
• Drive continuous improvement in system performance and uptime
• Planning out future automation and machine learning as part of the continuous improvement efforts

Required Qualifications

Experience & Education

• 4–7+ years of experience in industrial automation and controls
• Strong PLC programming experience (Allen-Bradley or Siemens)
• Experience with industrial networking and machine integration

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with CNC, forming, or precision manufacturing equipment
• Familiarity with SCADA, MES, and IIoT systems
• Knowledge of industrial communication protocols (OPC UA, Ethernet/IP, Profinet)
• Understanding and experience with Digital Twins such as (Omniverse, Siemens Digital Twin, Ansys Twin Builder, GE Digital, Microsoft Azure Digital Twins)
• Experience launching new facilities, major capital expenditure projects, or expansions
• Familiarity with aerospace, automotive, medical or other highly regulated manufacturing fields

Education

• Bachelor’s in Mechatronics, Electrical, Industrial, Automation or other related Engineering discipline