PLC, Motion, and Robotics Controls Integrator

100Hires, Inc.; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 68,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Automation Solutions seeks an experienced Controls Engineer to design, program, and commission automated systems. You will create PLC/HMI code, troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, servo/motion, robotics, and vision systems, and interpret electrical drawings for robust control solutions.

Travel about 25% supports installation, startup, and on-site service while collaborating with engineering, sales, and fabrication teams to deliver integrated automation projects.

Qualifications

• Proven PLC programming background including ladder logic for creation and troubleshooting.
• Hands-on experience with PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, servo/motion systems, robotics, and vision systems.
• Ability to read electrical drawings and understand sequences of operation.
• Experience integrating, modifying, troubleshooting, or repairing industrial control systems.
• Willingness to travel about 25% for installation, startup and service.

Responsibilities

• Design, program, integrate, and debug automated control systems.
• Develop and refine PLC/HMI code and related industrial control programs.
• Program and troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, servo/motion, robotics, and vision systems.
• Interpret drawings and update documentation; conduct testing and runoffs.
• Commission, install, and provide field support for equipment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet customer requirements.

Skills

PLC programming

Ladder logic

HMI development

VFDs

Servo motion

Robotics

Vision systems

Industrial networks

Electrical schematics

PLC platforms (Allen-Bradley, Siemens,

Education

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

Associate degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechatronics, Industrial Automation, or similar

Tools

Allen-Bradley

Omron

Siemens

GE

Job description

PLC, Motion, and Robotics Controls IntegratorPicture your week at Automation Solutions: you’re sketching a control strategy in the morning, writing ladder logic after lunch, validating a vision-guided robot cell in the afternoon, and by week’s end you’re on-site helping a customer bring a new production line to life. This is a hands-on role that blends hardware and software, covering the full lifecycle—concept, programming, commissioning, integration, and sustained post-install support.You’ll split your time between our Birmingham facility and customer plants, with travel averaging about 25% as projects move into install, startup, troubleshooting, training, and service.What You’ll TackleCollaboration and Project SupportAlign daily priorities and technical direction with the Controls Engineering Manager.Work closely with management and the engineering team for project-specific guidance.Coordinate with sales, PMs, controls, mechanical, fabrication, and installation teams to deliver integrated automation systems.Interface directly with customers to clarify requirements, resolve technical concerns, and provide responsive support.Offer technical oversight during panel build, wiring, assembly, and machine install.Keep stakeholders informed on progress, risks, schedule impacts, and needed customer inputs.Controls Engineering and IntegrationDesign, program, integrate, and debug automated electromechanical control systems.Develop and refine PLC/HMI code (including ladder logic) and related industrial control programs.Program and troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, servo motion, robotics, vision systems, and associated automation hardware.Interpret electrical drawings, specifications, and sequences of operation; contribute to drawing updates and documentation.Perform hands-on integration, modifications, and repairs across robotic, mechanical, electrical, and controls domains.Plan and execute testing and runoffs to verify functionality against customer and contractual requirements.Conduct quality checks and help ensure compliance with company safety policies and electrical codes.Diagnose root causes and implement durable corrective actions.Commissioning, Installation, and Field SupportBuild, test, commission, and install automated manufacturing equipment—both in-house and on-site.Travel about 25% to support installation, commissioning, startup, troubleshooting, training, and post-delivery service.Use electrical test equipment, hand tools, and power tools to complete assigned work.Troubleshoot and repair electromechanical control systems at Automation Solutions and at customer facilities.Support customer production startup and resolve controls-related issues during commissioning.Document programming changes, troubleshooting steps, work completed, and system configurations.Inspect controls panels, field wiring, and installed equipment for quality.Represent Automation Solutions professionally on every site visit.Shop and WorkplaceMaintain a clean, safe, well-organized work area.Assist with general housekeeping across fabrication and shop spaces.Follow safety procedures and use required PPE.Work safely around energized electrical systems, industrial machinery, and robotic equipment.QualificationsEducationAssociate degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechatronics, Industrial Automation, or similar preferred.Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field preferred.Relevant industrial controls experience may substitute for a degree.Experience2–4 years of controls programming or closely related industrial controls experience.Proven PLC programming background (including ladder logic) for creation, modification, and troubleshooting.Hands-on exposure to one or more: PLCs, HMIs, variable frequency drives, servo/motion systems, industrial robots, machine vision, and industrial networks.Ability to read and work from full electrical drawing sets.Practical experience integrating, modifying, troubleshooting, or repairing industrial control systems.Preferred: Supporting custom machinery, automated manufacturing equipment, or robotics.Preferred: Creating or revising electrical drawings.Preferred: Commissioning, installation, startup, or field service experience.Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesExpert troubleshooting and problem-solving in industrial controls.Strong computer literacy and technical software proficiency.Clear written and verbal communicator.Experience with Allen-Bradley, Omron, Siemens, GE, or similar PLC platforms.Ability to diagnose electrical, mechanical, programming, networking, and integration issues.Skilled at conveying technical information to customers, engineers, and technicians.Capable of managing multiple priorities and adapting to evolving project needs.Effective working solo or within multidisciplinary teams.Highly organized with strong documentation habits.Self-driven, dependable, and accountable.Comfortable with hands-on work in both shop and field environments.Travel and Field-ServiceWilling and able to travel approximately 25%, dictated by project and customer requirements.Travel for installation, commissioning, startup, troubleshooting, training, and post-delivery support; some trips may require overnights.Frequency and duration of travel will vary with schedules and customer needs.Capable of working at industrial/manufacturing facilities while meeting customer safety and access requirements.Maintain a valid U.S. driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.Physical RequirementsLift and carry up to 50 lbs.Stand for extended periods.Bend, reach, climb, kneel, and perform hands-on tasks around industrial equipment.Use electrical test instruments, hand tools, and power tools.Work safely around automated machinery, robotics, electrical equipment, and industrial processes.Wear required PPE.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.Why You’ll Like It HereContribute to diverse, custom automation and robotic projects—no two days are the same.Own the lifecycle: concept, programming, testing, commissioning, installation, and support.Broaden your expertise across PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, motion, robotics, vision, and networks.Tackle real manufacturing challenges and see your work become production-ready equipment.Collaborate with veteran engineers, technicians, and fabricators.Enjoy stable, full-time work with opportunities for growth and development.Pre-Employment and ComplianceAbility to pass applicable background checks.Ability to pass pre-employment and random drug screenings.Ability to comply with company and customer safety requirements.Ability to wear required personal protective equipment.Automation Solutions and Livingston & Haven consider all qualified applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by applicable law.Preferred ProficienciesPLC Troubleshooting SkillsBachelor's DegreeElectrical SchematicsTroubleshooting SkillsMachine Building/AssemblingSingle and Three Phase Power120/208/240/480 Voltage SystemsCAD SoftwareIndustrial Robot ProgrammingElectrical InstallationTroubleshooting Industrial Automation EquipmentPLC Programming ExperienceSCADA ExperienceProgramming Machine Vision SystemsElectrical / Electronic SystemsPneumatics TroubleshootingField Service ReadinessIndustrial Electrical SystemsElectrical Schematic ReadingEquipment Installation & WiringTools & TechnologiesVariable Frequency Drives (VFD)CAD Software (AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor)Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) (Fanuc, Allen Bradley, Omron, Siemens)Vision System (Keyence, Cognex, Omron, Banner)Servo MotorsIndustrial Robot (Fanuc, Kuka, ABB, Yaskawa Motoman, Universal Robotics, Nachi, Epson, Kawasaki)