Controls Engineer - Industrial Automation & PLC Programming

Re:Build Manufacturing; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Career development programs

On-site work options

Job summary

Re:Build Manufacturing is seeking an early-career Controls Engineer to design, program, and support automated manufacturing systems across diverse industries. You will work with experienced engineers and tradespeople to take concepts through commissioning, while developing your skills in electrical design, PLC programming, and HMI development.

The role emphasizes hands-on experience in industrial automation with opportunities to collaborate on system integration, testing, and site deployment,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Computer Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related field.
• 0–2 years of relevant experience in electrical engineering, instrumentation, automation, or manufacturing.
• Familiarity with PLC platforms such as Rockwell Studio 5000, Beckhoff TwinCAT, or Siemens TIA Portal.
• Experience with AutoCAD Electrical or similar electrical design software.
• Ability to interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and technical specifications.
• On-site work in Rochester and/or Rush, NY with travel to customer facilities as needed.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical and instrumentation systems for industrial automation and process control.
• Develop and troubleshoot PLC programs with guidance from experienced engineers, emphasizing reliable, maintainable code.
• Create and maintain HMI interfaces that improve equipment operation and troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with customers, engineers, and skilled tradespeople to define requirements and develop practical solutions.
• Support testing and commissioning, including factory and site acceptance testing, equipment installation, and startup.
• Prepare and maintain electrical schematics, panel layouts, bills of materials, and technical documentation.
• Coordinate with suppliers on component selection, quotes, and procurement.
• Participate in design reviews and resolve hardware and software challenges while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Skills

Electrical design

PLC programming

Automation systems

HMI development

Schematic drafting

On-site work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Rockwell Studio 5000

Beckhoff TwinCAT

Siemens TIA Portal

AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

Re:Build Manufacturing is seeking an early-career Controls Engineer to design, program, and support automated manufacturing systems across diverse industries. You will work with experienced engineers and tradespeople to take concepts through commissioning, while developing your skills in electrical design, PLC programming, and HMI development.

The role emphasizes hands-on experience in industrial automation with opportunities to collaborate on system integration, testing, and site deployment,