Controls Engineer: PLC Automation Lead | Full-Time

ExpertHiring; City of Troy (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Zohorecruit in Troy, NY, seeks an engineer to lead end-to-end control-system projects. You will design, program, and validate PLC-based systems, work with Siemens, AB, GE platforms, and test at customer sites to ensure robust automation solutions.

The role emphasizes hands-on electrical, controls, and manufacturing technologies, with opportunities for leadership and career growth in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent is preferred.
• Strong experience in designing, building, and programming PLC-based control systems.
• Proficient ladder-logic programming and Siemens PLC platforms.
• Experience with AutoCAD Electrical for wiring diagrams and schematics.
• Ability to create P&IDs and write/control system specifications.

Responsibilities

• Develop and review control-system architecture, flow diagrams, P&IDs, control sequences, and specifications.
• Program and integrate PLC and HMI systems across platforms.
• Work with Siemens, Allen-Bradley, GE, and similar technologies.
• Conduct system functionality testing and validation at customer sites.
• Prepare BOMs, I/O lists, and project documentation; perform commissioning support.

Skills

Ladder logic programming

Siemens PLC experience

HMI programming

Industrial automation

Electrical systems understanding

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Electrical Engineering or related bachelor's degree

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Siemens STEP 7 / S120

Job description

Zohorecruit in Troy, NY, seeks an engineer to lead end-to-end control-system projects. You will design, program, and validate PLC-based systems, work with Siemens, AB, GE platforms, and test at customer sites to ensure robust automation solutions.

The role emphasizes hands-on electrical, controls, and manufacturing technologies, with opportunities for leadership and career growth in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.