Automation Controls Engineer - High-Speed Packaging

BMA Group Global; Puerto Rico; On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

BMA Group Global seeks an Automation Controls Engineer to service and start-up packaging machines for the consumer industry, collaborating with headquarters on upgrades and rebuilds for existing equipment.

The role requires hands-on PLC programming, testing of software parameters, and strong knowledge of Allen-Bradley platforms. Travel is substantial (50–75% annually) to client sites and projects may vary in scope.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience with high-speed machines or other automated equipment.
• Expert knowledge of Allen-Bradley platforms is required. Software: RSLogix 5000, Jetter controls beneficial
• BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Programming, or related field is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in PLC programming, motion commissioning of new equipment, as well as remote and field support
• Experience in working with electrical control diagrams
• Knowledge of additional PLC / AC Drives / HMI / Servo / Motion Control is required

Responsibilities

• Edit existing machine codes (Rockwell ControlLogix) and adjust software parameters.
• Perform problem analysis at complex production machines and determine how they could be connected to machine programming.
• Document problem solving process and archive updated machine software.
• Interface with clients as well as subcontractors and explain machine situations, code and software processes to colleagues & customers.
• Coordinate small to large projects independently.
• Download PLC, HMI, and drive programs; work with controls engineers to identify and improve machine programs.
• Read IEC electrical diagrams and follow acceptable practices.
• Work with industrial controls devices including sensors, valves, drives, and PLC I/O
• Rockwell/Allen-Bradley PLC (ControlLogix and CompactLogix) and HMI experience is a plus

Skills

Rockwell/Allen-Bradley PLC

RSLogix 5000

PLC programming

Electrical control diagrams

Problem solving

Motion commissioning

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Jetter controls

Job description

BMA Group Global seeks an Automation Controls Engineer to service and start-up packaging machines for the consumer industry, collaborating with headquarters on upgrades and rebuilds for existing equipment.

The role requires hands-on PLC programming, testing of software parameters, and strong knowledge of Allen-Bradley platforms. Travel is substantial (50–75% annually) to client sites and projects may vary in scope.