Controls Engineer

CPS Recruitment, Inc.; Village of East Syracuse (NY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Sapphire Recruitment is seeking a Controls Engineer for a fast-growing manufacturer in Central New York. The role focuses on designing, programming, developing, and implementing custom automated manufacturing, assembly, and test equipment.

The position offers a hybrid schedule (3 days onsite, 2 days remote), state-of-the-art facilities, and benefits including medical, dental, PTO, 401(k) match, and tuition reimbursement. Travel is minimal.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of controls/automation experience, including relevant coursework.
• Knowledge of PLC programming, ladder logic, and HMI systems.
• Familiarity with NEC, NFPA, and IEC electrical standards is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical control systems, panels, schematics, wiring layouts, and BOMs for custom automation equipment.
• Develop electrical specifications and support control panel assembly and design improvements.
• Develop, modify, and troubleshoot PLC and HMI programs for automated equipment; program robotics and actuators.
• Support equipment builds, installation, testing, startup, and commissioning; troubleshoot issues.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI systems

Industrial robotics

Education

AAS or BS in Engineering

Tools

Ladder logic software

Job description

Controls Engineer (90-120K)

Sapphire Recruitment is partnering with a fast-growing, innovative manufacturer in CNY to hire a Controls Engineer.

This direct hire opportunity will focus on the design, programming, development, and implementation of custom automated manufacturing, assembly, and test equipment.

Highlights

• Hybrid Schedule: 3 days onsite, 2 days remote.
• State-of-the-art manufacturing and automation facility.
• Growing automation business with continued investment and expansion.
• Attractive benefits including medical, dental, PTO, 401(k) match, and tuition reimbursement.
• Minimal travel (less than 5%).

Job Duties

Electrical Controls Design

• Design electrical control systems, panels, schematics, wiring layouts, and BOMs for custom automation equipment.
• Develop electrical specifications and support control panel assembly and design improvements.

PLC, HMI & Robotics Programming

• Develop, modify, and troubleshoot PLC and HMI programs for automated assembly and test equipment.
• Program industrial robots and electric actuators to support new equipment designs.
• Maintain software documentation, change logs, and programming standards.

Equipment Development & Commissioning

• Support equipment builds, installation, testing, startup, and commissioning.
• Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, wiring, and programming issues during equipment development.
• Participate in equipment design reviews, validation, and transfer to production.

Production Support & Continuous Improvement

• Troubleshoot and improve existing automated manufacturing equipment.
• Implement engineering changes and identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability and performance.
• Collaborate with Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing, and Maintenance teams on technical improvements.
• Develop equipment documentation, troubleshooting procedures, and maintenance training materials.

Education & Experience

• AAS or BS in Engineering or related technical field; BS preferred.
• 2+ years of controls/automation experience, including relevant coursework.
• Knowledge of PLC programming, ladder logic, and HMI systems.
• Ability to read/create electrical schematics and troubleshoot complex industrial equipment.
• Industrial robotics and automated assembly/test equipment experience preferred.
• Familiarity with NEC, NFPA, and IEC electrical standards is a plus.

Sapphire Recruitment is an EOE