Automation Controls Engineer: PLC, HMI & Vision Specialist

Arrow International, Inc.; Brunswick (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Arrow International, Inc. is expanding its automation footprint across high-volume print and converting operations. We are seeking an engineer to own execution from concept through commissioning and help transform ideas into reliable production solutions.

The role involves programming and debugging PLCs (Allen-Bradley preferred), creating HMIs, and integrating automation across multiple systems. Candidate should have 3–5 years of PLC work, experience with vision systems, and strong documentation

Qualifications

• B.S. in Electrical, Controls, or Automation Engineering (or equivalent experience).
• 3-5 years of PLC programming experience; Allen-Bradley preferred.
• Hands-on experience with HMI development and controls integration in industrial/manufacturing environments.
• Background supporting production equipment, automation projects, or manufacturing process improvements.
• Experience with industrial vision systems (e.g., Cognex or Keyence) is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Program, debug, and sustain PLC platforms to stabilize and enhance production lines.
• Create and maintain HMIs for equipment operators with intuitive interfaces.
• Deliver controls integration across print, converting, die cutting, collating, finishing, and related web-handling systems.
• Deploy industrial vision solutions for in-line inspection, quality gates, and serialization confirmation.
• Integrate inkjet, laser, and variable-data printing technologies within workflows.
• Support robotics programming and automation to boost throughput and repeatability.
• Produce and update electrical drawings, panel layouts, wiring standards, and controls documentation.
• Collaborate with Process Engineering to implement automation on prioritized improvement initiatives.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI development

Robotics programming

Troubleshooting

Vision systems integration

Electrical schematics

Education

B.S. in electrical, controls, or automation engineering (or equivalent experience)

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Cognex Vision Systems

Keyence Vision Systems

Job description

Arrow International, Inc. is expanding its automation footprint across high-volume print and converting operations. We are seeking an engineer to own execution from concept through commissioning and help transform ideas into reliable production solutions.

The role involves programming and debugging PLCs (Allen-Bradley preferred), creating HMIs, and integrating automation across multiple systems. Candidate should have 3–5 years of PLC work, experience with vision systems, and strong documentation