Controls Engineer

ASHFORD CONNEX, LLC; City of Oneida (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Job summary

ASHFORD CONNEX, LLC is seeking a Controls Engineer to design, program, and commission machine control systems near Oneida, NY. Responsibilities include AutoCAD-based sizing, selecting VFDs and motors, and integrating PLCs/HMI equipment.

The role requires 5+ years in engineering with experience in Allen-Bradley and Siemens controls, NEC compliance, and hands-on troubleshooting. Relocation and travel to multiple local facilities may be involved.

Qualifications

• AAS or BS in Engineering and 5+ years of experience, or equivalent experience.
• Experience with PLCs, HMIs and AutoCAD.
• Familiarity with NEC and machine safety standards.
• Eligible to work in the US without restriction.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop machine control systems using AutoCAD, including sizing and selection of VFDs, motors, filters, protection devices, PLCs, and HMIs.
• Program, modify, and troubleshoot Allen-Bradley PLCs and ladder logic; support Siemens controls.
• Lead installation, integration, and commissioning of new equipment across local facilities with ~30% travel.
• Provide hands-on electrical and controls troubleshooting to maintenance teams, including diagnostics and upgrades.
• Diagnose control system issues, modify or develop PLC logic to support production improvements.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI programming

AutoCAD

VFDs

Motors

Ladder logic

Siemens controls

Electrical troubleshooting

Education

AAS in Engineering

BS in Engineering

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Siemens PLCs

Job description

Controls Engineer (100-130K)

We are seeking a Controls Engineer to work for a World Class Manufacturer near the Oneida, NY area.

Company Overview:

• World-Class Manufacturer experiencing growth and success.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package including: medical, dental, vision, 401K match, bonus plans, profit sharing, PTO, and more.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Design and develop machine control systems using AutoCAD, including sizing and selection of VFDs, motors, filters, protection devices, PLC's, and HMI's.
• Program, modify, and troubleshoot Allen-Bradley PLCs and ladder logic systems, along with Siemens controls support.
• Lead installation, integration, and commissioning of new manufacturing equipment across multiple local facilities (approximately 30% travel).
• Provide hands-on electrical and controls troubleshooting support to maintenance teams, including equipment diagnostics, upgrades, wiring, and real-time machine issue resolution.
• Connect to equipment, diagnose control system issues, and modify or develop PLC logic to support production and operational improvements.

Education and Experience:

• AAS or BS in Engineering and 5+ years of experience. Will also consider multiple years of equivalent experience in lieu of formal degree.
• Experience with PLC’s, HMI’s and AutoCAD.
• Familiarity with National Electrical Code and machine safety standard.
• Candidates must be eligible to work in US without restriction indefinitely.