Automation Engineer: PLCs, Robotics & Equipment Upgrades

Reynolds Consumer Products; Parkland (KY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Reynolds Consumer Products in Louisville, KY is seeking an Automation Engineering Specialist to lead maintenance and improvements on automated equipment and control systems. The role collaborates with engineering, maintenance, production, and union teams to optimize performance.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in industrial automation, strong troubleshooting, and the ability to read electrical schematics, with a focus on safety and teamwork in a fast-paced plant.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience with industrial automation equipment, PLCs, HMIs, and control systems.
• Ability to read schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Strong troubleshooting skills in electrical and mechanical systems.
• Effective communication and ability to work in a union environment.

Responsibilities

• Install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain automated equipment and control systems.
• Support preventive and corrective maintenance to improve reliability and reduce downtime.
• Diagnose electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and software issues.
• Assist with setup, testing, and commissioning of new equipment and upgrades.
• Read and interpret schematics and drawings.
• Document repairs and changes accurately.
• Coordinate with union personnel and plant teams.
• Follow safety, lockout/tagout, and labor procedures.

Skills

Industrial automation

PLC troubleshooting

Electrical diagrams

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Education

Associate degree or technical diploma

Tools

Allen-Bradley

Siemens

Fanuc

Job description

Reynolds Consumer Products in Louisville, KY is seeking an Automation Engineering Specialist to lead maintenance and improvements on automated equipment and control systems. The role collaborates with engineering, maintenance, production, and union teams to optimize performance.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in industrial automation, strong troubleshooting, and the ability to read electrical schematics, with a focus on safety and teamwork in a fast-paced plant.