Control Engineer – PLC & Machine Vision

Intellectt Inc; North Haven (CT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Intellectt Inc. seeks a Control Engineer with 3–5 years of hands-on experience in PLC programming, automated vision inspection, and industrial equipment controls. The role focuses on troubleshooting manufacturing equipment, root-cause analysis, validation support, and driving OEE improvements.

Proficiency with Allen‑Bradley PLC platforms, HMI systems, Cognex or Keyence vision solutions, and cross-functional collaboration are essential; travel ~10% for site visits is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical, Controls, or Electromechanical Engineering or related field.
• 3–5 years of controls engineering experience and PLC/vision inspection exposure.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and diagnose machine stoppages.
• Experience with DFMEA/PFMEA and risk assessments is desirable.
• Willingness to travel domestically ~10% for site and supplier visits.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot manufacturing equipment and perform root cause analysis.
• Support validation activities and equipment qualification.
• Implement process improvements to increase OEE.
• Specify equipment, coordinate with suppliers, and participate in risk assessments.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on automated assembly equipment.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI development

Vision inspection

Ladder Logic

SCL/FBD/Graph

Electrical schematics

Motion control

Electrical/controls design

Troubleshooting

OEE improvement

NFPA standards

DFMEA/PFMEA collaboration

Education

Bachelors or Masters in Electrical/Controls/Electromechanical Engineering

Tools

GuardLogix/CompactLogix/ControlLogix

FactoryTalk ME/SE

Cognex/Keyence vision systems

Job description

We are seeking a Control Engineer with 3–5 years of experience in PLC programming, automated vision inspection, and industrial equipment controls. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on experience with Allen‑Bradley PLC platforms, HMI systems, and Cognex or Keyence vision inspection systems. Responsibilities include troubleshooting manufacturing equipment, performing root cause analysis, supporting validation activities, and implementing process improvements to increase Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE). The role also involves equipment specification, supplier coordination, risk assessments, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to support automated assembly equipment.

Key Skills

• PLC programming and troubleshooting using GuardLogix, CompactLogix, and ControlLogix platforms.
• HMI development and support using FactoryTalk ME/SE.
• Automated vision inspection using Cognex or Keyence systems.
• Programming in Ladder Logic, SCL, FBD, and Graph.
• Electrical schematic interpretation and troubleshooting.
• Servo and stepper motor motion control and controller diagnostics.
• Electrical and controls design for automated assembly equipment.
• Equipment troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and process improvement.
• Validation, equipment qualification, and OEE improvement.
• Familiarity with NFPA standards and conventional diagnostic tools.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical, Controls, or Electromechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of relevant controls engineering experience.
• Experience with PLC and vision inspection platforms.
• Experience in validation activities and automated equipment troubleshooting.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and diagnose machine stoppages.
• Experience with equipment specifications, supplier coordination, and equipment qualification.
• Ability to participate in DFMEA, PFMEA, Machine Risk Assessments, and Critical-to-Quality (CTQ) processes.
• Willingness to travel domestically approximately 10% for manufacturing site and supplier visits.

Additional Skills

• Experience supporting manufacturing maintenance and resolving daily manufacturing issues.
• Ability to prepare equipment specifications for automated and manual equipment.
• Experience reviewing equipment quotations and design reviews.
• Ability to collaborate with project teams and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Experience identifying and implementing manufacturing process improvements.

Eligible employees may have access to benefits offered by Intellectt Inc. in accordance with the applicable benefit plans and eligibility requirements.

Intellectt Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.