Automation & Process Controls Engineer

Michael Page; Doylestown (Bucks County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page seeks a Process/Automation Engineer to lead controls projects from concept through validation in a regulated manufacturing setting. You will design and implement PLC/HMI solutions, optimize instrumentation, and collaborate with maintenance, quality, and production to enhance safety, reliability, and efficiency.

The role offers growth into senior leadership tracks with exposure to advanced automation technologies and continuous improvement programs.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
• 1-4 years' experience (Process Engineer) or 5+ years (Senior level).
• Strong experience with Allen Bradley PLC programming.
• Knowledge of sensors, drives, hydraulics, pneumatics, and vision systems.
• Experience with industrial networks and data collection systems.
• CAD proficiency and familiarity with technical documentation.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive, team-oriented approach.
• Comfortable working both independently and within cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement controls solutions to enhance safety, quality, and production efficiency.
• Lead engineering projects including scope definition, design reviews, testing, commissioning, and validation.
• Develop and optimise PLC/HMI programmes and integrate automation technologies.
• Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues across manufacturing equipment.
• Identify and deliver continuous improvement initiatives focused on cost, quality, and performance.
• Support new equipment introduction and upgrades, including validation documentation.
• Implement process monitoring and data-driven controls to improve reliability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues and prevent recurrence.

Skills

Allen Bradley PLC programming

Sensors & drives

Hydraulics & pneumatics

Vision systems

Industrial networks & data collection

CAD proficiency

Technical documentation

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

Electrical/Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering degree

Tools

CAD

Job description

Michael Page seeks a Process/Automation Engineer to lead controls projects from concept through validation in a regulated manufacturing setting. You will design and implement PLC/HMI solutions, optimize instrumentation, and collaborate with maintenance, quality, and production to enhance safety, reliability, and efficiency.

The role offers growth into senior leadership tracks with exposure to advanced automation technologies and continuous improvement programs.