Controls Engineer

elevantrecruiting; Reno, Northern (NV, KY); Hybrid; USD 126,000 - 154,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

elevantrecruiting is looking for a skilled Automation Engineer in Reno, Nevada. The role involves designing and implementing machine control systems, programming PLCs, and ensuring system integration. Candidates should have a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering and over 5 years of experience in industrial automation. Pay for this direct hire position is negotiable, up to $140,000 a year, and includes benefits such as health insurance and a 401(k) matching program.

Qualifications

• Experience designing and supporting industrial automation systems.
• Proficient with Siemens and Allen-Bradley PLC platforms.
• Strong troubleshooting and multitasking skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement machine control systems.
• Program and troubleshoot PLC and motion control systems.
• Provide hands-on support for production equipment.

Skills

Industrial automation design

PLC programming (Siemens, Allen-Bradley)

Troubleshooting skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

5+ years of experience in industrial manufacturing automation

Tools

AutoCAD

Siemens TIA Portal

Allen-Bradley Studio 500

Job description

Join a world‑class advanced manufacturing organization supporting aerospace, defense, and high‑performance industrial markets.

What You’ll Do

• Design, develop, and implement machine control systems for high‑duty‑cycle industrial automation equipment used in metal forming and manufacturing.
• Program, test, and troubleshoot PLC, motion control, and HMI systems at the machine level.
• Create and maintain electrical designs, control schematics, PLC programs, and related automation software.
• Lead machine configuration, commissioning, and startup activities for new and upgraded equipment.
• Collaborate with mechanical, manufacturing, and process engineers to ensure seamless system integration and functionality.
• Provide hands‑on troubleshooting support for production equipment including presses, furnaces, manipulators, cranes, and CNC machines.
• Improve system performance and reduce downtime through control system optimization and standardization.
• Maintain program backups, revision history, and documentation for control systems and electrical schematics.
• Support compliance with safety, quality, environmental, and business management systems.
• Participate in capital projects, continuous improvement initiatives, and planned shutdowns (occasional weekends or holidays).
• Develop and maintain technical specifications for new automation and manufacturing equipment.
• Participate in team initiatives, audits, and continuous improvement activities as required.

What You Bring

• Strong experience designing and supporting industrial automation systems in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with Siemens and Allen‑Bradley PLC platforms, including:
  • TIA Portal
  • Studio 500 / 5000
  • WinCC
  • FactoryTalk View
• Experience with motion control systems (Siemens and Allen‑Bradley).
• Ability to develop and interpret electrical schematics using AutoCAD or similar tools.
• Hands‑on familiarity with industrial automation components:
  • Servo motors, sensors, actuators, solenoids, pneumatics
  • Gearboxes, ball screws, regulators, and safety devices
• Working knowledge of industrial electrical and machine safety standards, including:
  • UL, NEC, NFPA 79
  • IEC 60204‑1
  • ISO 13849‑1, IEC 62061
  • CE requirements
• Familiarity with automation programming methodologies such as PackML, Grafcet (SFC), or equivalent.
• Strong troubleshooting, multitasking, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Commitment to safe work practices and environmental compliance.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• Minimum 5 years of experience in industrial manufacturing automation or controls engineering.
• Preferred experience with SCADA systems, historians (OSI PI), and SQL Server.

Additional Requirements

• Must be eligible to comply with ITAR and EAR residency requirements due to the nature of the products manufactured.

Direct Hire role. Pay is based on experience and negotiable.

Pay: Up to $140,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person