PLC Controls Engineer II - Automation & Commissioning

UPS; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

UPS is seeking a hands-on Controls Engineer II to design, develop, deploy, and commission PLC-based control systems for automated material handling and sortation. You will modify OEM control software, create reusable standards, and support implementations across multiple facilities.

The ideal candidate will combine strong PLC programming skills with field experience in conveyor and sortation systems, and will work with internal teams and vendors to ensure successful project execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in electrical/controls/mechatronics.
• 3-7 years of experience in programming and supporting industrial automation systems.
• Experience with Allen-Bradley ControlLogix, CompactLogix, and Studio 5000.
• Experience modifying and troubleshooting PLC code from OEMs and system integrators.
• Understanding of conveyors, sortation, motor controls, VFDs, sensors, and industrial networking.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, controls drawings, and specs.
• Experience supporting startup, commissioning, and troubleshooting.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, troubleshoot, and modify OEM PLC programs for automated sortation systems.
• Develop, maintain, and improve standard PLC code libraries and templates.
• Deploy standardized control software across new projects and existing facilities.
• Support integration of PLCs with HMIs, scanners, sortation equipment, safety systems, and higher-level controls.
• Lead and support system startup, commissioning, testing, and validation.
• Perform controls troubleshooting and root-cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain code version control, change docs, and deployment records.
• Collaborate with internal teams and vendors for project execution.
• Travel as needed to support deployments and optimization.

Skills

PLC programming

Troubleshooting

Analytical skills

Electrical knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field

Tools

Allen-Bradley ControlLogix

CompactLogix

Studio 5000

Job description

UPS is seeking a hands-on Controls Engineer II to design, develop, deploy, and commission PLC-based control systems for automated material handling and sortation. You will modify OEM control software, create reusable standards, and support implementations across multiple facilities.

The ideal candidate will combine strong PLC programming skills with field experience in conveyor and sortation systems, and will work with internal teams and vendors to ensure successful project execution.