Electrical & Controls Engineer — Automation Innovator

Mpac Group; Newburyport (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision

Life Insurance

401(k) with company matching

Generous paid time off

Job summary

BCA Mpac Group in Newburyport, MA is seeking an Electrical & Controls Engineer to design, develop, and implement automation and control systems for food & beverage, life sciences, and manufacturing applications. You will lead FAT/SAT testing, troubleshoot, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust, safe systems.

The role requires strong PLC programming skills (Rockwell), machine vision experience, and a solid understanding of safety standards. Travel ~25% is expected.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in controls/automation engineering.
• Strong PLC programming (Rockwell).
• Experience with machine vision systems.
• Solid understanding of safety standards and risk assessments.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement automation and control systems.
• Lead FAT & SAT testing and collaborate with teams.
• Troubleshoot and optimize control systems for continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders.

Skills

Controls/automation engineering

PLC programming

Machine vision

Safety standards

Tools

Rockwell PLC

HMI

Motion control

Robotics

Job description

BCA Mpac Group in Newburyport, MA is seeking an Electrical & Controls Engineer to design, develop, and implement automation and control systems for food & beverage, life sciences, and manufacturing applications. You will lead FAT/SAT testing, troubleshoot, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust, safe systems.

The role requires strong PLC programming skills (Rockwell), machine vision experience, and a solid understanding of safety standards. Travel ~25% is expected.