Controls Automation Engineer
Manpower Group (USA)
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Job summary
Manpower Group (USA) currently seeks a Controls Automation Engineer to support manufacturing operations in Lenexa, KS. The role focuses on maintaining Rockwell PLC systems, optimizing HMI/SCADA interfaces, and driving automation projects from design to handoff.
The successful candidate will have 3–5 years in automation within manufacturing, deep Rockwell expertise, and strong problem-solving and communication abilities to ensure high uptime and process efficiency.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Controls/Automation engineering or related field.
- 3–5 years of hands-on automation engineering experience in manufacturing.
- Strong experience with Rockwell Automation/Allen-Bradley PLCs and Studio 5000/RSLogix 5000.
- Experience with FactoryTalk View, Ignition, Wonderware or similar HMI/SCADA systems.
- Knowledge of industrial networking, instrumentation, VFDs, servo systems, MCCs, and safety standards.
Responsibilities
- Maintain and troubleshoot Rockwell Automation PLC systems across platforms.
- Support HMI/SCADA systems to ensure reliable production monitoring.
- Manage automation projects from concept through startup and handoff.
- Diagnose and resolve control system and electrical issues to minimize downtime.
- Develop technical documentation and collaborate with process engineers to improve safety and efficiency.
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Job description
Our client, a leading Life Sciences and Biotechnology Manufacturing company, is seeking a Controls Automation Engineer (Rockwell PLCs) to join their team. As a Controls Automation Engineer, you will be part of the Engineering Department supporting Manufacturing Operations and Process Engineering teams. The ideal candidate will have strong troubleshooting skills, excellent communication abilities, and a proactive problem‑solving mindset that will align successfully within the organization.
Job Title: Controls Automation Engineer (Rockwell PLCs)
Location: Lenexa, KS (Onsite)
Pay Range: $42.00 - $45.00/hour
- Maintain and troubleshoot Rockwell Automation PLC systems, including ControlLogix, CompactLogix, and MicroLogix platforms.
- Support HMI/SCADA systems such as FactoryTalk View and Ignition to ensure reliable production monitoring and control.
- Manage automation projects throughout the full lifecycle, from concept and requirements development through startup and operational handoff.
- Diagnose and resolve control system, instrumentation, and electrical issues to minimize production downtime.
- Develop technical documentation and collaborate with process engineering teams to improve safety, quality, and production efficiency.
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related field.
- 3-5 years of hands‑on automation engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Strong experience with Rockwell Automation/Allen‑Bradley PLCs and Studio 5000/RSLogix 5000 programming.
- Experience with FactoryTalk View, Ignition, Wonderware, or similar HMI/SCADA systems.
- Knowledge of industrial networking protocols, instrumentation, VFDs, servo systems, MCCs, and industrial safety standards.
- Rockwell Automation Certified Logix Designer (CLD) Certification.
- Experience with ISA‑88 Batch Control Systems.
- MES and ERP integration experience, including SAP.
- Robotics integration experience with FANUC, ABB, KUKA, or similar platforms.
- Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Continuous Improvement experience.
- Knowledge of Industrial Control Systems (ICS) Cybersecurity.
- Competitive pay rate of $42.00 - $45.00 per hour.
- 12-month contract opportunity with a global Life Sciences organization.
- Exposure to advanced industrial automation and manufacturing technologies.
- Opportunity to work on impactful projects supporting operational excellence.
- Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Weekly Pay, Holiday Pay, Referral Rewards, and Continuing Education benefits.
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