Control Engineer

Motion Automation Intelligence; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Vacation and holidays

Job summary

MotionAutomation Intelligence in Plano, TX seeks a Controls Engineer to develop and implement motion control solutions for diverse industries. You will perform engineering analyses, select components, and support PLC/HMI programming across Siemens, Rockwell, Schneider platforms.

The role requires a bachelor's in engineering, 3+ years of related experience, strong CAD skills, and the ability to work with cross-functional teams. Travel up to 40–50% for commissioning and field support is expected.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a bachelor's degree in engineering and three or more years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering calculations and investigations as assigned.
• Collaborate with colleagues to provide engineering assistance on defined problems.
• Develop control strategies and select equipment for customer applications.
• Program HMIs, PLCs, and other controls equipment using multiple suppliers.
• Design, analyze, test, and troubleshoot control systems for projects.
• Ensure safety and regulatory compliance across processes.

Skills

CAD software

PLC programming

HMI programming

Motion control

Cross-functional teamwork

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Siemens PLC

Rockwell (Allen‑Bradley) PLC

Schneider PLC

Job description

MotionAi brings together the leading high-tech automation solution providers for industrial automation across the United States. Our expertise includes emerging automation technologies with focused disciplines in robotics, motion control, machine vision, digital networking/IIoT (Industrial Internet of Things), industrial framing, pneumatics, and custom mechatronic systems. MotionAi provides best-in-class engineered systems, products, and services to a variety of industries highlighting a few which include Semiconductor, Pharmaceutical, Life Sciences, Medical, Logistics, Food & Beverage, Packaging, Automotive, and Aerospace.

SUMMARY:

Under general supervision, the Motion Ai Controls Engineer may perform basic engineering calculations, investigations, and tasks as assigned. The Controls Engineer will be the primary internal resource for questions and technical details regarding motion control products and projects for the Texas region. The Controls Engineer may work independently or as a team to develop controls strategies for customer applications, or recommend and/or select components based on customer project requirements.

Must be eligible to work in the US without visa sponsorship.

JOB DUTIES

• Performs basic engineering calculations, investigations, and tasks as assigned.
• Collaborates with other employees to provide follow-up and engineering assistance on defined problems.
• Helps develop controls strategies and select equipment for use in customer applications
• Helps with programming of HMI, PLC, and other controls equipment using multiple suppliers
• Designs, develops, analyzes, troubleshoots and provides technical skills and training.
• Recommends and designs components and systems of components working together to meet customer specifications for size, layout and performance.
• May utilize Computer-Aided Design (CAD), 2D and 3D drawings, schematics, general arrangement and production layout drawings, load calculations, stress analysis, and/or
• fabrication/shop drawings to assist with defining problems and completing engineering projects.
• Ensures that processes and environmental conditions comply with local and national regulatory agencies and the organization’s safety standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Typically requires a bachelor's degree in engineering and three or more years of related experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

• Works as a key member of cross functional teams & must display a can-do attitude that sets an example for others.
• Competent use of CAD software and Microsoft Office suite software.
• Experience with controls equipment (PLCs, HMIs, motors, drives)
• Good understanding of broad range of programming protocols, including for Siemens, Rockwell, Schneider, and other vendors
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to organize and manage projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Mechanical and math skills and ability to formulate ideas and create design solutions for internal and external customer needs.
• Problem solving and troubleshooting skills.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• May require travel and specific safety training to work in dangerous and extreme environment conditions while collecting data or commissioning new systems at the customer’s location.
• May require up to 40-50% travel to customer locations during commissioning.

COMPANY INFORMATION:

Motion offers an excellent benefits package which includes options for healthcare coverage,

401(k), tuition reimbursement, vacation, sick, and holiday pay.

GPC conducts its business without regard to sex, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, military status, status as a veteran, or any other protected characteristic. GPC's policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote, assign, transfer and terminate employees based on their own ability, achievement, experience and conduct and other legitimate business reasons.