Industrial Controls Engineer – Automation & AI

Northrop Grumman Corp. (AU)

Baltimore, Northern (MD, KY)

Hybrid

USD 88,000 - 131,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Northrop Grumman Corp. in the United States seeks an Electrical Controls Engineer for Advanced Manufacturing within Mission Systems to design, implement, and harden automation ecosystems across PLCs, HMIs, edge gateways, and data analytics.

The role blends classic control engineering with industrial networking, AI-enabled optimization, and DevSecOps to create resilient automation platforms across our global footprint. Strong emphasis on safety, dashboards, and vendor coordination.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related STEM field and 2+ years of relevant professional experience, or a Master's degree with 1+ year of experience.
Experience with IEC 61131-3 PLC programming (ladder logic, function block diagram, structured text).
Machine vision systems and barcode readers (Cognex/Keyence).
Fanuc robotics systems and Fanuc Vision applications.
Sensors for environment, motion, measurement and presence (Banner, Sick, Allen-Bradley, Keyence, Omron).
Programming and hardware architecture of Siemens Controls, HMI environments.
Building and implementing Manufacturing Dashboards to improve production performance.
Experience with RIA TR R15.406-2014 and OSHA safety standards.
Experience with Artificial Intelligence (AI) applications.
Programming: Python 3.x, C++14/17, JavaScript/Node, Bash/PowerShell, MATLAB/Simulink.
Electrical Design: AutoCAD electrical, Panel Wiring, IO.
MS Office proficiency.
Ability to obtain and maintain a US Secret Security Clearance.
US Citizenship is required.

Responsibilities

Lead troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance on PLCs, material handling equipment, and robotics.
Edit Siemens Step 7, OMRON, Beckhoff, and Allen Bradley controllers and architecture.
Improve FANUC robotics software/hardware.
Modernize PLC programming per specifications (IEC 61131-3).
Review installation layouts and electrical drawings.
Design control/electrical panels integrated with conveyors and robotics.
In-house and vendor-site testing of control components.
Assist with panel wiring and mechanical assembly to meet schedules.
Provide status reports to management and project engineers.
Identify electrical/mechanical failures in production equipment.
Maintain equipment-monitoring systems for uptime and quality.
Recommend improvements for automation and machine-vision systems.
Develop/validate automation and data transfer systems.
Create training materials and train new personnel.
Collaborate with vendors and ensure safety standards.