Controls & Automation Engineer

Foodemploymentstaffing.com; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Foodemploymentstaffing.com is seeking an experienced Electrical Controls & Automation Engineer to design, develop, and implement automated robotic solutions in a manufacturing environment. The role emphasizes hands-on problem solving, cross-functional collaboration, and driving innovations in robotics technology to improve performance and reliability.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in industrial automation, strong PLC/HMI experience, and proficiency in electrical schematics and safety systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field required; Master's preferred.
• 7+ years in industrial automation, robotics, or controls engineering.
• Proven robotics/automation experience with electrical system design and integration.
• Experience with FANUC robot programming a plus.
• Strong PLC programming and controls knowledge (Studio 5000, CCW).
• Skilled with electrical schematic design tools like EPLAN/AutoCAD Electrical.
• Familiar with HMI tools and safety system basics; programming in C/C++ or Python is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving and cross-functional collaboration abilities.

Responsibilities

• Define electrical requirements and specifications for robotic systems and automation projects.
• Design electrical systems for automated manufacturing, including motor control and sensors.
• Create electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control panel layouts using CAD tools.
• Integrate sensors, drives, robotics, and automation into existing processes.
• Lead testing, troubleshooting, and validation of electrical components and systems.
• Analyze performance, troubleshoot, and optimize PLCs, HMIs, motor controls, and data acquisition.
• Stay current on robotics and automation trends to drive manufacturing improvements.

Skills

Robotics

Automation

PLC Programming

HMI Development

C/C++

Python

Problem Solving

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Studio 5000

CCW

EPLAN

AutoCAD Electrical

SkyCAD

FactoryTalk

Job description

Growing packaging automation provider and specialty manufacturer is seeking an experienced Electrical Controls & Automation Engineer to support the design, development, and implementation of innovative automation and robotic solutions.

The ideal candidate is a hands‑on engineer with a passion for problem‑solving, industrial automation, and continuous improvement. This position offers the opportunity to work on challenging projects, collaborate with cross‑functional teams, and help drive innovation in robotics technology to improve manufacturing performance and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define electrical requirements and specifications for robotic systems to deliver automation projects on time.

• Design and develop electrical systems, including motor control, power distribution, and sensor integration, for automated manufacturing equipment and robotic platforms.

• Develop electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, control panel layouts, and supporting documentation using CAD software.

• Integrate sensors, drives, robotics, and other automation technologies into new and existing manufacturing processes.

• Lead testing, troubleshooting, and validation of electrical components and systems.

• Analyze system performance and troubleshoot, program, and optimize PLCs, HMIs, motor controls, and automation systems to improve equipment reliability, efficiency, and overall operational performance.

• Stay current on emerging technologies and industry trends in robotics, controls, and industrial automation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation Engineering, or a related field required; Master's degree preferred.

• 7+ years of experience in industrial automation, robotics, controls engineering, or related fields.

• Proven experience in robotics and automation, with a focus on electrical system design and integration. Experience with FANUC robot programming a plus.

• Proficiency with PLC programming and controls platforms, including Allen-Bradley Studio 5000 and Connected Components Workbench (CCW).

• Experience with electrical schematic design software such as EPLAN, AutoCAD Electrical, SkyCAD, or similar platforms.

• Strong understanding of control systems, motor controls, AC/DC drives, VFDs, sensors, signal processing, and data acquisition.

• Experience with HMI development and visualization software, preferably Allen-Bradley FactoryTalk.

• Working knowledge of industrial safety systems, including safety relays, light curtains, dual-channel safety circuits, and machine safety standards.

• Experience with programming languages such as C/C++, Python, or other automation-related languages is preferred.

• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills with a strong attention to detail.