Automation Controls Engineer - PLC, Robotics & Vision

Moseley Technical Services

Huntsville (AL)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Job summary

Moseley Technical Services in Huntsville, AL is seeking an Automation Controls Specialist to design, program, test, install, and troubleshoot industrial automation systems. The role covers PLC/HMI programming, robotics, VFDs, servo drives, and vision systems with field service support for installed equipment.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience across control design, programming, testing, and commissioning, and be willing to travel up to 15%.

Qualifications

2+ years of automation experience.
Experience with PLC and HMI programming.
Proficiency in PLC/robot programming languages.
Willing to travel up to 15% of the time.
Valid driver’s license and ability to pass drug/background checks.

Responsibilities

Manage assigned automation projects from receipt of order through testing, installation, and completion.
Develop electrical and pneumatic control system designs for automated equipment.
Program and configure PLCs, HMIs, industrial robots, VFDs, servo drives, and machine vision systems.
Test, debug, and troubleshoot automated equipment, control systems, and associated electrical and pneumatic components.
Perform equipment installation, startup, and commissioning activities.
Diagnose automation and controls issues using analytical troubleshooting techniques.
Provide field service support for previously installed equipment and systems manufactured by other companies.
Configure and troubleshoot industrial I/O networks and connected automation devices.