PLC Engineer

ZIP-PAK an ITW Company; Doraville (GA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

ZIP-PAK an ITW Company in Atlanta, GA seeks a hands-on PLC Engineer to design, optimize, and support automated systems for zipper production. You’ll collaborate across North American facilities and travel occasionally to Chicagoland for capital projects.

You will work with production and maintenance teams to improve uptime, reliability, and efficiency, and lead safety-focused continuous improvement initiatives across extrusion and downstream equipment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical, Mechatronics, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of experience in industrial automation within a manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs and Codesys platforms
• Experience with HMI and SCADA systems
• Strong troubleshooting skills in electrical and control systems
• Knowledge of industrial components such as sensors, drives, motion control, vision systems, and industrial networks (e.g., EtherNet/IP, Profibus)
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings

Responsibilities

• Optimize automation and processes across production lines to improve uptime, performance, and product quality
• Partner closely with production and maintenance teams to enhance operational performance
• Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, efficiency, and productivity
• Design, program, and troubleshoot PLC, HMI, and control systems for extrusion and downstream equipment
• Diagnose and resolve electrical and controls issues to minimize downtime
• Drive and support capital projects, from concept through implementation
• Support equipment installations, upgrades, and commissioning across multiple facilities
• Analyze production data to identify trends and implement process improvements
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including schematics and standard operating procedures

Skills

Industrial automation

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Codesys

HMI/SCADA

Electrical schematics

Electrical controls troubleshooting

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Tools

Allen-Bradley

Codesys

SCADA

HMI

Job description

Job Description

About the Role

We’re looking for a hands-on PLC Engineer to join our manufacturing team in Atlanta. In this role, you’ll play a critical part in designing, optimizing, and supporting automated systems that drive the production of our high-quality zipper products. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, working directly with production equipment, and making a measurable impact on performance, reliability, and efficiency. You’ll have the opportunity to collaborate across multiple North American facilities, with occasional travel to support capital projects in the Chicagoland area.

What You’ll Do

• Optimize automation and processes across production lines to improve uptime, performance, and product quality
• Partner closely with production and maintenance teams to enhance operational performance
• Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, efficiency, and productivity
• Design, program, and troubleshoot PLC, HMI, and control systems for extrusion and downstream equipment
• Diagnose and resolve electrical and controls issues to minimize downtime
• Drive and support capital projects, from concept through implementation
• Support equipment installations, upgrades, and commissioning across multiple facilities
• Analyze production data to identify trends and implement process improvements
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including schematics and standard operating procedures

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical, Mechatronics, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years of experience in industrial automation within a manufacturing environment
• Hands-on experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs and Codesys platforms
• Experience with HMI and SCADA systems
• Strong troubleshooting skills in electrical and control systems
• Knowledge of industrial components such as sensors, drives, motion control, vision systems, and industrial networks (e.g., EtherNet/IP, Profibus)
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings

Nice To Have

• Experience in plastic extrusion or manufacturing environments

Key Skills For Success

• Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset
• Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Continuous improvement mindset with strong attention to detail

Compensation Information

The salary range for this position is $100,000 to $110,000 annually. The pay rate for a successful candidate will depend on the geographic location, this salary range is for a successful candidate in the Atlanta metro area. The specific hiring rate within the posted range will depend on the candidate's qualifications and prior experience. ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential. As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.