Controls Engineer

Jobtailor

New York (NY)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Jobtailor in New York, NY seeks a Controls Engineer to design, program, and support PLC/HMI/SCADA systems for advanced manufacturing equipment. You will contribute to capital projects from concept to commissioning, ensuring safe, reliable operation and driving improvements across sites.

You will work with AutoCAD Electrical, PLCs (Allen-Bradley/Siemens), motion control, robotics, and Industry 4.0 initiatives, while collaborating with engineering and maintenance teams to minimize downtime.

Qualifications

B.S or A.S in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechatronics, or related Technology Field.
3-5 years of controls engineering with demonstrated success in industrial automation projects.
Hands-on experience with PLC programming (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or equivalent).
Experience supporting HMI/SCADA systems.
Understanding of industrial networks, motion control, robotics, and vision systems.
Proficiency with AutoCAD Electrical or equivalent for electrical design.
Basic knowledge of safety standards (ISO 13849, IEC 62061, ANSI/RIA) and machine safeguarding practices.
Exposure to Industry 4.0/IIoT platforms (data collection, analytics, predictive maintenance).
Familiarity with structured programming (Python, C#, SQL) for integration with IT/OT systems & data solutions.
Excellent problem-solving, troubleshooting, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

Design, program, and support PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems for manufacturing equipment.
Participate in capital projects including laser cutting, robotic welding, material handling, and automated fabrication systems.
Develop control logic, IO configurations, HMI screens, and supporting documentation in alignment with engineering standards.
Support system testing, FAT/SAT, commissioning, and start-up activities at manufacturing sites.
Assist with electrical schematics, IO lists, and controls documentation using AutoCAD Electrical or equivalent tools.
Apply industrial safety standards and best practices, including machine safeguarding, safety PLCs, interlocks, and risk assessments.
Assist with validation activities (FAT/SAT, IQ/OQ/PQ) as required.
Program and troubleshoot motion control systems, servos, and industrial networks.
Support robotic systems including basic programming, troubleshooting, and integration.
Assist with vision systems for part presence, inspection, or guidance applications.
Participate in implementation of basic Industry 4.0 / IIoT initiatives such as machine connectivity and data collection.
Troubleshoot automation and controls issues to minimize downtime and improve equipment reliability.
Perform root cause analysis of recurring issues and implement corrective actions.
Partner with manufacturing and maintenance teams to identify opportunities to improve safety, quality, and productivity.
Contribute to continuous improvement and standardization efforts across manufacturing sites.

Skills

PLC Programming

HMI/SCADA Systems Support

Industrial Networking

Structured Programming (Python, C#,SQL

Motion Control Programming

Robotics Support

Vision Systems Integration

Electrical Schematics Development

Root Cause Analysis

Education

B.S or A.S in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechatronics, or related Technology Field

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Allen-Bradley PLC

Siemens PLC

SCADA Systems

Industrial Automation Equipment

Job description

The Controls Engineer is responsible for the design, development, programming, and support of industrial automation and control systems used in advanced manufacturing processes.
This role supports capital projects and plant automation initiatives from concept through commissioning, working under the guidance of senior engineers.
The Controls Engineer contributes to reliable, safe, and efficient operation of automated equipment while continuing to build technical depth in PLCs, robotics, motion control, and industrial networking.
Design, program, and support PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems for manufacturing equipment.
Participate in capital projects including laser cutting, robotic welding, material handling, and automated fabrication systems.
Develop control logic, IO configurations, HMI screens, and supporting documentation in alignment with engineering standards.
Support system testing, FAT/SAT, commissioning, and start-up activities at manufacturing sites.
Assist with electrical schematics, IO lists, and controls documentation using AutoCAD Electrical or equivalent tools.
Apply industrial safety standards and best practices, including machine safeguarding, safety PLCs, interlocks, and risk assessments.
Support compliance with applicable standards under guidance of senior engineers.
Assist with validation activities (FAT/SAT, IQ/OQ/PQ) as required.
Program and troubleshoot motion control systems, servos, and industrial networks.
Support robotic systems including basic programming, troubleshooting, and integration.
Assist with vision systems for part presence, inspection, or guidance applications.
Participate in implementation of basic Industry 4.0 / IIoT initiatives such as machine connectivity and data collection.
Troubleshoot automation and controls issues to minimize downtime and improve equipment reliability.
Perform root cause analysis of recurring issues and implement corrective actions.
Partner with manufacturing and maintenance teams to identify opportunities to improve safety, quality, and productivity.
Contribute to continuous improvement and standardization efforts across manufacturing sites.

Requirements

B.S or A.S, Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechatronics, or related Technology Field
3-5 years of controls engineering with demonstrated success in industrial automation projects
Hands-on experience with PLC programming (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or equivalent).
Experience supporting HMI/SCADA systems.
Understanding of industrial networks, motion control, robotics, and vision systems.
Proficiency with AutoCAD Electrical or equivalent for electrical design.
Basic knowledge of safety standards (ISO 13849, IEC 62061, ANSI/RIA) and machine safeguarding practices.
Exposure to Industry 4.0/IIoT platforms (data collection, analytics, predictive maintenance).
Familiarity with structured programming (Python, C#, SQL) for integration with IT/OT systems & data solutions.
Excellent problem-solving, troubleshooting, and communication skills.
Ability to work independently on high-visibility, high-capital projects with global impact.
Experience in steel fabrication, welding, forming, cutting, and assembly
Background in heavy manufacturing, metals processing, or large capital equipment.

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in designing, programming, and supporting PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems for industrial automation, with a strong focus on safety standards and continuous improvement in manufacturing processes.

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