Automation Controls Engineer: PLC & Robot Systems

SPG; Marion (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

SPG in Marion, Ohio seeks a Controls Engineer to lead automation initiatives for production and facility equipment. You will design, install, and fine‑tune automation, troubleshoot issues, and optimize reliability across assigned equipment.

The role requires 2+ years of mechanical design in manufacturing, SolidWorks proficiency, and hands‑on PLC (Allen Bradley) and Fanuc robot programming experience, plus strong understanding of sensors and sequence control.

Qualifications

• Associates degree as stated.
• 2+ years mechanical design experience in manufacturing.
• At least 1 year of PLC (Allen Bradley) and Robotic (Fanuc) programming experience.
• Familiarity with material flow characteristics.

Responsibilities

• Develop new automation concepts/specifications or improvements to existing products.
• Evaluate products, parts, and processes 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 changes for product compliance.
• Follow the product and make automation changes throughout the life of the product.
• Provide technical support by providing information and answers to other engineers, departments and customers

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Process orientation

Problem solving

Education

Associates degree in electrical, electro-mechanical or industrial engineering or related field

Tools

Allen Bradley PLC programming

Fanuc robotics programming

SolidWorks

Proximity sensors

Limit switches

Thermocouples

Job description

SPG in Marion, Ohio seeks a Controls Engineer to lead automation initiatives for production and facility equipment. You will design, install, and fine‑tune automation, troubleshoot issues, and optimize reliability across assigned equipment.

The role requires 2+ years of mechanical design in manufacturing, SolidWorks proficiency, and hands‑on PLC (Allen Bradley) and Fanuc robot programming experience, plus strong understanding of sensors and sequence control.