Controls Engineer – PLC, HMI, & Robotics Lead

Liberty Personnel Services, Inc.; Ewing Township (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing agency seeks an experienced Controls Engineer to design, program, and support automation systems in a production environment. The role includes leading controls engineering projects, designing control panels and safety circuits, and integrating industrial robots. Candidates should possess strong PLC programming skills and an engineering degree (Bachelor's or Associate's). This position is full-time on-site in Ewing Township, NJ, with opportunities for nationwide positions available in related fields.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Engineering or related field; equivalent experience considered.
• Strong PLC programming skills (Ladder Logic, Structured Text, Function Block) are essential.
• Experience with safety systems and front-end controls design is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead controls engineering projects from concept through commissioning.
• Design control panels, safety circuits, and electrical systems in compliance with safety standards.
• Integrate and commission industrial robots (FANUC, ABB, KUKA, Yaskawa).
• Develop HMI/SCADA interfaces for control and monitoring.
• Document control logic, robotics, and safety systems for maintenance and upgrades.

Skills

PLC programming skills (Ladder Logic, Structured Text, Function Block)

Strong knowledge of industrial networks (EtherNet/IP, DeviceNet, Profibus, Modbus)

Robotics and motion control experience

Familiarity with hydraulic and pneumatic systems

Proficiency with Microsoft Office and engineering tools

Education

Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

A leading staffing agency seeks an experienced Controls Engineer to design, program, and support automation systems in a production environment. The role includes leading controls engineering projects, designing control panels and safety circuits, and integrating industrial robots. Candidates should possess strong PLC programming skills and an engineering degree (Bachelor's or Associate's). This position is full-time on-site in Ewing Township, NJ, with opportunities for nationwide positions available in related fields.