Automation / Controls Engineer (Vision experience)

Job Details:

Job Title: Automation / Controls Engineer (Vision experience)

Overview
Join a regional automation team as an Automation / Controls Engineer responsible for designing, programming, commissioning, integrating, and supporting automated and robotic manufacturing equipment. This hands-on role covers both hardware and software across projects from concept through installation and post-delivery support.

Key Responsibilities

• Work under the direction of the Engineering Manager and coordinate with project, sales, and mechanical teams.

• Liaise directly with customers to understand requirements and deliver effective automation solutions.

• Provide technical oversight for control panel wiring and system fabrication.

• Design, develop, and troubleshoot electromechanical control systems.

• Program and debug PLCs, HMIs, motor drives, servos, robotic controllers, vision systems, and related control devices both in the shop and onsite.

• Support system run-offs and install/commission equipment to meet contractual and performance requirements.

• Perform quality control inspections and ensure compliance with applicable safety and electrical codes.

• Integrate, modify, and repair robotic, mechanical, and controls equipment to meet customer needs.

• Maintain accurate records, documentation, and change logs for systems and site work.

• Help keep the fabrication and assembly areas organized and safe; occasional light housekeeping and parts organization may be required.

Qualifications & Skills

• 2–4+ years’ experience in industrial controls development, troubleshooting, or programming.

• Hands-on experience with PLC/HMI programming and ladder or structured text logic.

• Allen Bradley, Siemens, GE and similar PLC/HMI's

• Practical experience reading electrical schematics; experience producing prints is a plus.

• Proven ability to integrate and troubleshoot control panels and electromechanical systems.

• Strong computer literacy and clear written/verbal communication.

• Experience with common commercial PLC platforms and industrial control hardware.

• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team; effective at juggling multiple tasks.

• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and travel to customer sites as required (occasional travel).

• Must pass background and drug screening and maintain a valid driver’s license and safe driving record.

Reporting & Work Environment

• Reports to the Engineering Manager; may receive assignments from other engineering and operations leads.

• Full-time, on-site role

• 25% travel required

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive benefits package, including retirement plan, medical/dental/vision coverage options, paid time off.

This full-time, on-site position located in Irondale, AL, requires travel up to 30% of the time. Join our mission to empower industries through cutting-edge solutions and innovative automation excellence.