Automation Controls Engineer (third shift)

Etech Group; City of Saratoga Springs (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k + match

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

E Tech Group is seeking a Project Engineer (Controls/Automation focus) to join our team of engineers delivering Rockwell PLCs and HMI software through design, programming, and commissioning.

You will automate engineering design, perform detailed design reviews, implement changes, test, and troubleshoot within a project team. The role follows a 3rd shift schedule (midnight–10:00 AM) with a four‑on, three‑off work week; weekend work may occur.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Engineering required.
• Minimum 2 years automation experience using Rockwell PLCs and HMI software.
• Experience in Life Science industries is a plus.
• Knowledge of process and utility equipment in biotech facilities is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop, program, and commission Rockwell PLCs and HMI software.
• Automate engineering design, programming, and testing activities.
• Provide detailed design reviews, implementation, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Support project activities and adapt to shift-based schedule.

Skills

Rockwell PLCs

HMI software

Automation experience

Life Science industry experience

Biotech facility knowledge

Education

Associate’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

Rockwell software tools

Job description

At E Tech Group, joining our team means joining a group of passionate and forward-thinking experts. We’re one of the largest engineering and system integration firms in the United States providing value for our clients through IT automation and control solutions for more than 30 years to the Life Sciences, Mission Critical, Metals & Mining, Warehousing & Distribution, and CPG/Food & Beverage industries. Our national scale allows us to help our clients develop and implement standardized solutions at any of their facilities regardless of physical location or the local resources available at that site.

Project Engineer (Controls/Automation focus) to work within a project team to develop, program, and commission Rockwell PLCs and HMI software.

You Will:

• Automate engineering design, programming, and testing for configuration of Rockwell PLCs and HMI software
• Independently provide project support activities such as detailed design, design review, implementation, program changes, testing/debug, and troubleshooting
• Work Schedule is 3rd shift (Midnight to 10AM), but you can transfer to another shift after 24 months
• Work Week consists of four days on and 3 days off (4 10s). One of the days will fall on a weekend
• Serve as an ambassador who embodies our Core Values, prioritizing the success of E Tech Group, our clients, and the professional development of our associates.

You Have:

• Associate’s Degree in Engineering
• Minimum of 2 years of automation experience using Rockwell PLCs and HMI software
• Experience in the Life Science Industry a plus
• Knowledge of process and utility equipment used in a biotech facility a plus

Benefits & Perks:

• 401k + match + prompt enrollment. E Tech Group employees are 100% vested upon entry
• Prompt enrollment into Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• Generous paid time off that includes paid vacation, paid holidays, paid family leave and personal/sick time off
• Learning and growth are key parts of the E Tech culture. We provide you with training and continuing education from day one, so you can advance your career. As an E Tech associate, you can unlock your greatest potential through challenges and opportunities

Salary range: 75,000 – 100,000

E Tech Group is an Equal Opportunity / Aff iative Action Employer. Applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, military status, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other basis prohibited by law. E Tech Group will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and for religious beliefs.