Controls Engineer - PLC, HMI, AutoCAD, 30% Travel

Meritas Advisory Group, LLC; City of Oneida (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Meritas Advisory Group, LLC is seeking a Controls Engineer near Oneida, NY to design and implement machine control systems. You will work with AutoCAD, size components, select VFDs and motors, and program PLCs with ladder logic for automated equipment.

The role requires 5+ years in engineering, experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs, HMIs, and AutoCAD, and NEC/machine safety familiarity. Travel about 30% to multiple local facilities is expected.

Qualifications

• AAS or BS in Engineering and 5+ years of experience.
• Experience with PLCs, HMIs and AutoCAD.
• Familiarity with National Electrical Code and machine safety standards.
• US work authorization without restriction.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop machine control systems using AutoCAD, including sizing and selection of VFDs, motors, filters, protection devices, PLCs, and HMIs.
• Program, modify, and troubleshoot Allen-Bradley PLCs and ladder logic; support Siemens controls.
• Lead installation, integration, and commissioning of new equipment across local facilities (~30% travel).
• Provide hands-on electrical and controls troubleshooting to maintenance teams, diagnostics, upgrades, wiring, and real-time issue resolution.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI development

Ladder logic

AutoCAD

Education

AAS or BS in Engineering

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Siemens controls

Job description

Meritas Advisory Group, LLC is seeking a Controls Engineer near Oneida, NY to design and implement machine control systems. You will work with AutoCAD, size components, select VFDs and motors, and program PLCs with ladder logic for automated equipment.

The role requires 5+ years in engineering, experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs, HMIs, and AutoCAD, and NEC/machine safety familiarity. Travel about 30% to multiple local facilities is expected.