Automation Controls Engineer: PLCs, Vision, AI

Johnson Electric Group; Vandalia (OH); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson Electric in Vandalia, OH is seeking a Process Engineering Technician to drive efficient product introductions from prototype to full-scale production. You’ll qualify processes, optimize PLC‑based controls, and support AI‑assisted maintenance to reduce waste and improve quality.

The role requires hands‑on experience with automation systems, vision inspection, and data interpretation, with 5–10% travel and onsite work in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in JMT assembly or similar manufacturing environments.
• Hands‑on PLC programming, troubleshooting, and logic modification experience.
• Experience with industrial vision systems for inspection and verification.
• Knowledge of data and signal processing for diagnostics and process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Run IQ/OQ/PQ/FQ protocols to qualify products.
• Integrate, troubleshoot, and optimize PLC‑based automation systems and electrical controls.
• Configure and support industrial vision systems used for inspection and quality verification.
• Analyze machine data, signals, and sensor outputs to support maintenance and optimization.
• Create work instructions and document production readiness for transitions to production.

Skills

PLC programming

Troubleshooting

Industrial vision systems

Data and signal processing

Automation systems

Robotics interfaces

Sensors

Machine control integration

Pneumatics & actuators

Measurement equipment

Education

Technical degree in engineering or related field

Tools

AB PLCs

Siemens PLCs

Industrial vision systems software

Job description

Johnson Electric in Vandalia, OH is seeking a Process Engineering Technician to drive efficient product introductions from prototype to full-scale production. You’ll qualify processes, optimize PLC‑based controls, and support AI‑assisted maintenance to reduce waste and improve quality.

The role requires hands‑on experience with automation systems, vision inspection, and data interpretation, with 5–10% travel and onsite work in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.