Senior Automation Controls Engineer - PLC, HMI & Robotics

Adecco (Portugal); Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Adecco is seeking a seasoned Electrical Controls Engineer in Texas to design, develop, and troubleshoot factory automation systems, coordinating PLC hardware and software across AB, GE, and Siemens platforms.

You will lead project execution, supervise maintenance staff, ensure safety compliance (NFPA-70E, LOTO), and deliver turnkey electrical and software solutions for manufacturing lines, robotics, and packaging equipment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of Electrical Controls/System Engineering experience.
• Strong ladder logic skills with AB PLCs (SLC, ControlLogix).
• HMI design experience with FactoryTalk View or Ignition.
• Familiarity with Ethernet/IP and basic networking.
• Experience with robot teach points and programming basics.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and troubleshoot factory-based electrical control systems, equipment, and machinery.
• Familiar with installation, programming, and support of PLC hardware/software (AB, GE, Siemens).
• Test and maintain electronic equipment for manufacturing and power transmission systems.
• Identify and troubleshoot network communication and electrical issues on conveyors, motors, drives, pumps, etc.
• Use CAD/CAE tools and equipment to perform assignments.
• Evaluate existing components to ensure reliability of turnkey equipment.
• Develop, modify, or write operator interfaces and other platforms.
• Understand OSHA electrical safety rules (NFPA-70E, LOTO, Safe Cell Entry).
• Supervise and direct plant maintenance technicians as needed.
• Interpret production requirements and address design parameters to meet budget.
• Analyze project requirements and perform technical calculations (electrical, robotic safety, motor controls).
• Oversee project workflow and ensure timely delivery within budget.
• Develop electrical and software designs for customized manufacturing automation and safety systems.
• Support manufactured, built, and validated automation and safety systems (pneumatics, servos, VFDs, relays, networks, touchscreens, etc.).
• Demonstrate proactive problem solving and ability to work independently and in teams.
• Balance multiple projects in a high-output environment.

Skills

Ladder logic

Allen-Bradley

Siemens

GE PLC

HMI design

FactoryTalk View

Ignition

LabVIEW

Ethernet/IP

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLC

Siemens PLC

GE PLC

FactoryTalk View

Ignition

WonderWare

LabVIEW

Job description

Adecco is seeking a seasoned Electrical Controls Engineer in Texas to design, develop, and troubleshoot factory automation systems, coordinating PLC hardware and software across AB, GE, and Siemens platforms.

You will lead project execution, supervise maintenance staff, ensure safety compliance (NFPA-70E, LOTO), and deliver turnkey electrical and software solutions for manufacturing lines, robotics, and packaging equipment.