Controls and Automation Engineer

Impact Automation Inc; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 75,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with 3% company

Job summary

Impact Automation Inc is seeking Junior and Senior Controls and Automation Engineers to develop software for PLCs, HMIs, and IPCs, install and test systems, and support commissioning. You will collaborate with mechanical and electrical engineers, sales, and project management from concept through post-installation support, with hands-on, full-project-lifecycle responsibilities.

Candidates should have a B.S.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering or related field or equivalent work experience.
• Ability to read panel designs, electrical schematics, and layouts in AutoCAD 2D.
• Strong communication and relationship-building with engineering teams, customers, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Detail oriented, organized, and able to meet deadlines across project teams.
• Rotating schedule may require occasional weekend/holiday/overtime work.

Responsibilities

• Program Rockwell PLCs.
• Program HMI systems primarily in Ignition.
• Assist in troubleshooting electromechanical systems.
• Contribute to design documentation, plans, and technical drawings.
• Provide on-site support for commissioning, training, and startup.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Detail oriented

Organized

Deadline driven

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Ignition

AutoCAD 2D

Rockwell PLCs

CODESYS

Job description

Job Description

Job DescriptionDescription:

Impact Automation is looking for Junior and Senior Controls and Automation Engineers capable of performing a range of duties to support and accelerate the integration of material handling systems into customer facilities.

This role involves:

• Developing software for PLCs, HMIs, and IPCs.
• Installing, testing, and troubleshooting material handling systems.
• Supporting commissioning and startup activities.
• Collaborating cross-functionally with mechanical and electrical engineers, sales, and project management from project conception through post-installation support.

This is a hands-on, full-project-lifecycle role for engineers who want to see their work directly IMPACT operational success.

About us

Impact Automation is a growing company which supplies industrial equipment and integration expertise to the E-Commerce market. When you click “buy-it-now,” Impact Automation’s technology is used to bring packages and parcels from the warehouse to your door. We're looking for driven, resourceful individuals who are eager to continue Impact’s history of success and customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Program Rockwell PLCs
• Program HMI systems primarily in Ignition
• Assist in troubleshooting electromechanical systems
• Contribute to design documentation, plans, and technical drawings
• Provide on-site support for commissioning, training, and startup

Requirements

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering or related field from an accredited university – OR – equivalent work experience
• Ability to read and understand panel designs, electrical schematics, and system layouts in AutoCAD 2D
• Must have effective communication (verbal and written) and have the desire to build strong relationships with engineering groups, customers, suppliers, and subcontractors
• Must be detail oriented, organized, and able to meet deadlines while working with project management and other engineering groups
• Occasional weekend, holiday, or overtime work may be required as part of a rotating support schedule

Bonus Qualifications

• 5+ years of controls or automation experience, preferably with Rockwell platforms
• Industry experience with material handling equipment or systems
• Experience in the use of CODESYS
• Experience with networking, PC controls, and operator displays
• Mechanical design experience in Autodesk Inventor or similar design software

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance – choose from either an HSA or a PPO plan
• 401(k) plan with 3% company contribution
• Profit sharing plan
• 4 weeks of PTO + 6 paid holidays
• Monthly phone allowance

All candidates must be able to climb ladders and lift 40lb boxes. We value practical experience and proven performance over formal credentials alone. The successful candidate will be required to pass a background check, drug test, and provide documentation demonstrating the right to work in the United States upon hire. This position is subject to the E-Verify program.