Controls Engineer 3

eShocan LLC; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

eShocan LLC seeks a hands-on Controls Engineer for a high-volume manufacturing facility focused on advanced automation. You will deploy, support, and optimize AMRs, robotics, PLC-controlled equipment, and material handling systems on the shop floor.

This 80–90% on-floor role collaborates with Operations, Maintenance and Engineering to improve efficiency, reduce downtime, and advance Industry 4.0 initiatives across the line.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Controls/Mechatronics or related field.
• Experience with high-volume manufacturing automation.
• Strong troubleshooting and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipment in high-volume production.
• Diagnose faults in Siemens and Rockwell controls.
• Read and troubleshoot PLC logic and HMI.
• Support production during breakdowns and automation issues.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Support AMR fleets and navigation issues.
• Assist startups and production launches of new equipment.
• Create and maintain automation documentation.

Skills

Controls Eng

Siemens PLCs

Allen-Bradley

Industrial Automation

AMRs

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical/Controls/Mechatronics

Tools

HMI Interfaces

Rockwell PLCs

Cognex Cameras

Job description

Company: eShocan
Location: River Rd, Tonawanda, NY 14150
Duration: 1-Year Contract + extendable
Shift: Initially 1st Shift. Position may transition to 2nd or 3rd Shift after approximately one year based on business needs.
Weekend Requirement: Expected to support 2 3 weekend shifts per month.

Candidates without sponsorship are encouraged to apply

Position Summary

We are seeking a hands-on Controls Engineer to support a high-volume manufacturing facility focused on next-generation industrial automation. This position is part of a specialized engineering team responsible for deploying, supporting, and optimizing advanced manufacturing technologies including Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs), industrial robotics, PLC-controlled equipment, and automated material handling systems.

This is primarily a shop-floor engineering role (80 90% on the manufacturing floor) supporting production, maintenance, and automation systems. The ideal candidate enjoys troubleshooting complex manufacturing equipment, working directly with operations teams, and supporting the implementation of cutting-edge Industry 4.0 technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot PLC-controlled manufacturing equipment in a high-volume production environment.
• Diagnose automation faults using Siemens PLCs and Allen-Bradley/Rockwell control systems.
• Read, interpret, and troubleshoot PLC logic and HMI interfaces.
• Support production and maintenance teams during equipment breakdowns and automation-related issues.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime.
• Support Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs), including routing, navigation, communication, and material transport issues.
• Maintain and support AMR fleet management systems to ensure reliable automated material movement.
• Troubleshoot and support Fanuc Robots and Cobots.
• Participate in commissioning, startup, validation, and production launch of new automation equipment.
• Assist with procurement and implementation of new manufacturing equipment.
• Create and maintain automation documentation, operating procedures, and project records.
• Collaborate with Production, Maintenance, Materials, Logistics, and Engineering teams to improve manufacturing efficiency.
• Support capital projects involving robotics, automated material handling, and smart factory technologies.
• Identify opportunities for automation improvements and continuous process optimization.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Experience supporting manufacturing automation within a high-volume production environment.
• Strong hands-on troubleshooting experience with PLC-controlled equipment.
• Excellent problem-solving, root cause analysis, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Top Required Technical Skills

1. PLC Troubleshooting & Controls Systems (Highest Priority)

• Strong troubleshooting experience with Siemens PLCs
• Experience with Allen-Bradley/Rockwell PLCs
• Ability to interpret PLC logic and diagnose automation faults
• HMI troubleshooting
• Manufacturing controls systems

2. Industrial Automation & Robotics

• Fanuc Robots
• Fanuc Cobots
• Automation commissioning
• Startup support
• Validation testing
• Production launch support
• Automated material handling systems

3. Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) & Advanced Manufacturing

• Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs)
• Fleet Management Systems
• OTTO AMRs (preferred)
• Bastian Automated Fork Trucks (preferred)
• Industry 4.0 technologies
• Smart Factory initiatives
• Automated logistics systems

• Focus will be GPS - Engine Assembly and Machining
• Siemens PLC, HMI, Rockwell Global Common
• Cameras - Cognex AI, Dalsa, Matrox
• Fanuc Robot/Cobot
• AMR OTTO and Bastian Auto Fork Truck
• Procurement and implementation of new equipment.
• High focus on factory floor and supporting production and maintenance.
• Not a desk job; 80-90% on floor.