Automotive Controls Engineer — PLC, HMI & Robotics

Yanfeng; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Yanfeng is seeking an electronic/electrical maintenance engineer to troubleshoot automated equipment across PLCs, HMIs, robots, and vision systems in an automotive manufacturing setting. The role requires hands-on problem solving, ability to read schematics, and travel to customer sites.

Ideal candidates bring 3–5 years of experience in industrial automation, knowledge of Allen-Bradley platforms, and a commitment to safety and continuous improvement within a dynamic production environment.

Qualifications

• Hands-on troubleshooting of industrial automation in manufacturing environments.
• Experience with PLCs, HMIs, robotics, and safety interlocks.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Willingness to travel to customer sites and work flexible hours.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot automated equipment and production interruptions across PLCs, HMIs, robots, and safety systems.
• Trace faults, diagnose I/O and network issues, and perform controlled program changes.
• Support HMI applications including alarms, displays, and tag mapping.
• Troubleshoot FANUC robot cells and vision systems; adjust programs as needed.
• Maintain documentation and participate in site change control.

Skills

PLC logic

HMI applications

Robot programs

Safety systems

Industrial networks

Drives

Sensors

Vision systems

Electrical controls

Industrial automation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering / Engineering Technology

Tools

Allen-Bradley ControlLogix

CompactLogix

Studio 5000

RSLogix 5000

FactoryTalk View

PanelView

Keyence sensors

Job description

Yanfeng is seeking an electronic/electrical maintenance engineer to troubleshoot automated equipment across PLCs, HMIs, robots, and vision systems in an automotive manufacturing setting. The role requires hands-on problem solving, ability to read schematics, and travel to customer sites.

Ideal candidates bring 3–5 years of experience in industrial automation, knowledge of Allen-Bradley platforms, and a commitment to safety and continuous improvement within a dynamic production environment.