Senior Automation Controls Engineer: PLC, HMI & Robotics

HAHN Automation Group

Hebron Estates (KY)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 120,000

Full time

13 days ago
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Job summary

HAHN Automation Group is seeking a Software Controls Engineer to develop, install, and troubleshoot software for automated manufacturing equipment across multiple locations in the US. You will work with PLCs, HMIs, robot controllers, motion controllers, and machine vision systems, ensuring software aligns with customer requirements.

The role involves collaborating with engineering teams, participating in design reviews, and providing programming guidance while supporting testing, validation, and

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science (preferred).
  • 3–5+ years in electrical or software design/engineering, manufacturing preferred.
  • Proficiency with PLC, HMI, robot, motion control, LabVIEW, and machine vision software.

Responsibilities

  • Develop, install, and troubleshoot PLC/HMI/vision software per project requirements.
  • Collaborate with Project Managers, Mechanical/Electrical design teams to define machine functions.
  • Support design reviews and provide technical guidance from a programming perspective.
  • Troubleshoot and debug complex automation systems and hardware interactions.
  • Travel domestically and internationally as required for projects.

Skills

PLC programming
HMI programming
Robot control
Motion control
LabVIEW
Machine vision
Software debugging
Team collaboration
Safety compliance

Education

B.S. Electrical Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

PLC software suites
LabVIEW
Machine vision software

Job description

HAHN Automation Group is seeking a Software Controls Engineer to develop, install, and troubleshoot software for automated manufacturing equipment across multiple locations in the US. You will work with PLCs, HMIs, robot controllers, motion controllers, and machine vision systems, ensuring software aligns with customer requirements.

The role involves collaborating with engineering teams, participating in design reviews, and providing programming guidance while supporting testing, validation, and

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