Electrical Controls & Automation Engineer

TPC Packaging Solutions; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

TPC Packaging Solutions is seeking an experienced Electrical Controls & Automation Engineer to design, develop, and implement automation and robotic solutions for manufacturing environments. This hands-on role focuses on problem-solving, continuous improvement, and delivering reliable automation projects.

The ideal candidate will lead electrical system design, integrate sensors and drives, program PLCs/HMI, and stay current with robotics trends to improve performance and efficiency in production

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation Engineering, or related field; Master’s preferred.
• 7+ years in industrial automation or robotics.
• Robotics and automation experience with focus on electrical system design and integration; FANUC programming a plus.
• Proficiency with PLC programming and controls platforms (Allen-Bradley Studio 5000, CCW).
• Experience with electrical schematic design software (EPLAN, AutoCAD Electrical, SkyCAD).
• Strong understanding of control systems, motor controls, AC/DC drives, VFDs, sensors, data acquisition.

Responsibilities

• Define electrical requirements and specifications for robotic systems to deliver automation projects on time.
• Design and develop electrical systems for automated manufacturing equipment and robotic platforms.
• Develop electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, control panel layouts, and documentation.
• Integrate sensors, drives, robotics, and other automation technologies into processes.
• Lead testing, troubleshooting, and validation of electrical components and systems.
• Analyze performance and optimize PLCs, HMIs, motor controls, and automation systems.

Skills

Electrical engineering

FANUC robot programming

PLC programming

HMI development

Schematic design (EPLAN/AutoCAD)

C/C++ / Python

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree

Tools

Allen-Bradley Studio 5000

Connected Components Workbench (CCW)

EPLAN

AutoCAD Electrical

SkyCAD

Job description

TPC Packaging Solutions is seeking an experienced Electrical Controls & Automation Engineer to support the design, development, and implementation of innovative automation and robotic solutions.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on engineer with a passion for problem-solving, industrial automation, and continuous improvement. This position offers the opportunity to work on challenging projects, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and help drive innovation in robotics technology to improve manufacturing performance and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define electrical requirements and specifications for robotic systems to deliver automation projects on time.

• Design and develop electrical systems, including motor control, power distribution, and sensor integration, for automated manufacturing equipment and robotic platforms.

• Develop electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, control panel layouts, and supporting documentation using CAD software.

• Integrate sensors, drives, robotics, and other automation technologies into new and existing manufacturing processes.

• Lead testing, troubleshooting, and validation of electrical components and systems.

• Analyze system performance and troubleshoot, program, and optimize PLCs, HMIs, motor controls, and automation systems to improve equipment reliability, efficiency, and overall operational performance.

• Stay current on emerging technologies and industry trends in robotics, controls, and industrial automation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation Engineering, or a related field required; Master’s degree preferred.

• 7+ years of experience in industrial automation, robotics, controls engineering, or related fields.

• Proven experience in robotics and automation, with a focus on electrical system design and integration. Experience with FANUC robot programming a plus.

• Proficiency with PLC programming and controls platforms, including Allen-Bradley Studio 5000 and Connected Components Workbench (CCW).

• Experience with electrical schematic design software such as EPLAN, AutoCAD Electrical, SkyCAD, or similar platforms.

• Strong understanding of control systems, motor controls, AC/DC drives, VFDs, sensors, signal processing, and data acquisition.

• Experience with HMI development and visualization software, preferably Allen-Bradley FactoryTalk.

• Working knowledge of industrial safety systems, including safety relays, light curtains, dual-channel safety circuits, and machine safety standards.

• Experience with programming languages such as C/C++, Python, or other automation-related languages is preferred.

• Excellent problem‑solving, communication, and collaboration skills with a strong attention to detail.