Controls Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401K match

Bonus plans

Profit sharing

PTO and more

Job summary

Accounting Search has a Controls Engineer opening near Oneida, NY, offering a competitive salary of 100K–130K. You will design and implement machine control systems, program PLCs, and lead equipment commissioning across multiple sites with ~30% travel.

Strong AutoCAD experience and NEC/machine safety knowledge are required. Ideal candidates hold an engineering degree (AAS/BS) with 5+ years of related experience and are eligible to work in the US without restriction.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Design and develop machine control systems using AutoCAD and component sizing.
• Program, modify, and troubleshoot Allen-Bradley PLCs and ladder logic; support Siemens.
• Lead installation, integration, and commissioning of equipment across facilities (≈30% travel).
• Provide hands-on electrical and controls troubleshooting with maintenance teams.
• Diagnose control issues and modify PLC logic to support production improvements.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical design

Manufacturing support

Education

AAS in Engineering

BS in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Siemens controls

HMI

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.