Automation Controls Engineer: CNC, Robotics & PLC Upgrades

AISIN World Corp. of America; Cibolo (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

AISIN Texas in Cibolo, TX is seeking a skilled Controls Engineer to maintain and improve controls systems for machining and assembly lines. The role focuses on PLC/HMI programming, troubleshooting, and upgrading automation across the facility.

You will work with CNC centers, robotics, vision systems, and automated equipment, collaborating with maintenance and production teams to drive reliability and efficiency.

Qualifications

• 2+ years troubleshooting and/or modifying PLC programs (Mitsubishi, Fanuc, Keyence, Yamaha, Siemens)
• Experience with PLC, HMI, NC, PMC, and robotics control systems
• Ability to read ladder diagrams and schematics (electrical/hydraulic/mechanical/pneumatic)
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills
• Effective written and verbal communication across departments

Responsibilities

• Provide controls engineering support for CNC machining centers, robotics, vision systems, and automated production equipment
• Program, modify, test, commission, and troubleshoot PLC, HMI, NC, PMC, and robotics control systems
• Diagnose electrical, controls, and automation issues to minimize downtime
• Develop and implement control system upgrades and automation improvements
• Collaborate with maintenance, engineering, production, and quality teams
• Assist with installation, startup, commissioning of new equipment and projects
• Provide technical training and support for maintenance and production personnel
• Maintain electrical schematics, software backups, and change management docs
• Ensure compliance with safety, policies, and electrical codes
• Drive continuous improvement in quality, reliability, productivity, and cost reduction

Skills

PLC programming

Mitsubishi

Fanuc

Keyence

Yamaha

Siemens

HMI

data management

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Associate’s or higher in industrial/manufacturing engineering

ISA CCST or CAP (preferred)

Mitsubishi/Fanuc/Keyence PLC certification (preferred)

Job description

AISIN Texas in Cibolo, TX is seeking a skilled Controls Engineer to maintain and improve controls systems for machining and assembly lines. The role focuses on PLC/HMI programming, troubleshooting, and upgrading automation across the facility.

You will work with CNC centers, robotics, vision systems, and automated equipment, collaborating with maintenance and production teams to drive reliability and efficiency.