Controls Engineer

6 Degrees Search; City of Oneida (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401K match

Bonus plans

Profit sharing

PTO

Job summary

6 Degrees Search seeks a Controls Engineer to design and implement machine control systems for a World Class Manufacturer near the Oneida, NY area. The role requires hands-on work with AutoCAD, PLCs, HMIs, and Siemens/Allen-Bradley controls, with travel to local facilities about 30% of the time.

Ideal candidates hold an AAS or BS in Engineering with 5+ years of experience and must be eligible to work in the US without restriction. Salary is 100-130K with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• AAS or BS in Engineering and 5+ years of experience.
• Experience with PLCs, HMIs and AutoCAD.
• Familiarity with National Electrical Code and machine safety standard.
• Candidates must be eligible to work in US without restriction indefinitely.

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 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.

Skills

PLC Programming

HMI

AutoCAD

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Siemens controls

Education

AAS or BS in Engineering

5+ years of experience

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.