Controls Engineer: Automation & Process Improvement

Adecco US, Inc.; North Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 78,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Adecco US, Inc. seeks a Controls Engineer to support, maintain, and optimize manufacturing control systems across production lines. You will troubleshoot automated processes, lead root-cause analyses, and drive continuous improvement to reduce downtime and improve quality and safety.

The role requires hands-on expertise in PLCs, Allen-Bradley systems, HMI development, machine vision, and collaborating with maintenance, production, and equipment vendors on new deployments and validations.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Automation, Mechatronics, Programming, or a related technical field. Equivalent hands-on experience will also be considered.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Controls Engineer, Automation Engineer, Maintenance Technician, or related role within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience supporting and troubleshooting robotic automation systems in production.
• Experience working in high-volume manufacturing environments, including Just-in-Time (JIT), sequencing, batch, or automated assembly operations.

Responsibilities

• Analyze machine performance and optimize manufacturing processes using PLC and automation data.
• Troubleshoot control systems and lead root cause analysis efforts for recurring and intermittent equipment issues.
• Design, select, and integrate error-proofing and quality verification systems to improve product quality.
• Maintain and troubleshoot industrial Ethernet networks and communication systems.
• Conduct audits of safety control systems and ensure equipment complies with safety requirements.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute automation, controls, and continuous improvement projects.
• Partner with equipment manufacturers, integrators, and automation vendors to implement new technologies and process improvements.
• Support new equipment launches and manufacturing process implementations, ensuring all documentation, manuals, spare parts lists, preventive maintenance requirements, and technical resources are transferred and maintained.
• Lead process improvement activities for new and existing manufacturing operations.
• Develop and improve preventive maintenance programs in collaboration with maintenance and production teams.
• Provide technical support for controls-related production issues and respond quickly to minimize downtime.
• Mentor and support maintenance technicians to improve troubleshooting capabilities and technical expertise.
• Ensure manufacturing equipment operates safely, efficiently, and reliably.
• Assist with equipment installation, commissioning, validation, and ongoing maintenance activities.
• Evaluate equipment and spare parts requirements and support procurement recommendations.
• Identify opportunities to improve productivity, quality, and cost performance through automation and process optimization.

Skills

Automation engineering

Root cause analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/related field

Tools

Studio 5000 Logix Designer

FactoryTalk View Studio

PanelView Plus

Cognex

Keyence

Machine Vision

Allen-Bradley ControlLogix

Job description

Adecco US, Inc. seeks a Controls Engineer to support, maintain, and optimize manufacturing control systems across production lines. You will troubleshoot automated processes, lead root-cause analyses, and drive continuous improvement to reduce downtime and improve quality and safety.

The role requires hands-on expertise in PLCs, Allen-Bradley systems, HMI development, machine vision, and collaborating with maintenance, production, and equipment vendors on new deployments and validations.