Automation Controls Engineer — PLC & Fanuc Robotics

Red Seal Recruiting; Marion (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Red Seal Recruiting is seeking a Controls Engineer to manage engineering activities for automation in production and facility equipment, providing support, troubleshooting and optimization.

The role requires mechanical design experience, SolidWorks proficiency, and PLC (Allen Bradley) and Fanuc robot programming knowledge to drive reliable automation solutions. Collaboration with engineering teams is essential for continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in electrical, electro-mechanical or industrial engineering or related field.
• 2+ years of mechanical design experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 2+ years proficiency in SolidWorks.
• At least 1 year of PLC (Allen Bradley) and Fanuc robot programming experience.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and process orientation.
• Familiarity with material flow characteristics.

Responsibilities

• Develop new automation concepts/specifications or improvements to existing products.
• Evaluate products for cost efficiency and reliability.
• Set, implement and maintain schedules to ensure project completion.
• Review initial run of the automation for design compliance and make appropriate changes.
• Follow the product and make requested automation changes throughout the life of the product.
• Provide technical support by providing information and answers to other engineers, departments and customers

Skills

Mechanical design experience

PLC programming

Fanuc robot programming

Strong mechanical aptitude

Process orientation

Material flow familiarity

Education

Associate's degree in electrical, electro-mechanical or industrial engineering or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

Allen-Bradley PLC programming

Fanuc robotics programming

Job description

Red Seal Recruiting is seeking a Controls Engineer to manage engineering activities for automation in production and facility equipment, providing support, troubleshooting and optimization.

The role requires mechanical design experience, SolidWorks proficiency, and PLC (Allen Bradley) and Fanuc robot programming knowledge to drive reliable automation solutions. Collaboration with engineering teams is essential for continuous improvement.