An engineering and manufacturing firm in the Phoenix area is hiring an Automation Controls Engineer to support the design, programming, and commissioning of industrial automation systems. This role is ideal for a hands‑on controls engineer who enjoys working directly with equipment, solving real production problems, and owning systems from design through startup.
Responsibilities
* Design, program, and support PLC-based control systems for manufacturing and industrial equipment
* Develop, modify, and troubleshoot PLC programs (Allen-Bradley and/or Siemens)
* Create and maintain HMI and SCADA applications for machine and process control
* Design and review electrical schematics, control panel layouts, and I/O documentation
* Integrate sensors, instrumentation, motors, VFDs, and safety devices into control systems
* Support system testing, commissioning, and startup activities
* Troubleshoot automation, electrical, and control system issues to minimize downtime
* Work closely with engineering, manufacturing, and operations teams to deliver reliable solutions
* Assist with system upgrades, modifications, and continuous improvement initiatives
Required Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Controls, or equivalent hands‑on experience
* 3+ years of experience in industrial automation or controls engineering
* PLC programming experience in a manufacturing, OEM, or industrial environment
* Experience with HMI development and control system troubleshooting
* Ability to read and create electrical drawings and schematics
* Strong problem‑solving and troubleshooting skills
Preferred Qualifications
* Experience with industrial communication protocols (EtherNet/IP, Profinet, Modbus, etc.)
* VFDs, motion control, or robotics experience
* Familiarity with machine safety standards and safety PLCs
* Commissioning or field startup experience
* On‑site role based in Phoenix, AZ
* Hands‑on interaction with machinery, control panels, and production equipment
* Limited travel may be required for commissioning or support
Seniority level
* Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
* Full‑time
Job function
* Engineering Services and Manufacturing
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Responsibilities
* Design, program, and support PLC-based control systems for manufacturing and industrial equipment
* Develop, modify, and troubleshoot PLC programs (Allen-Bradley and/or Siemens)
* Create and maintain HMI and SCADA applications for machine and process control
* Design and review electrical schematics, control panel layouts, and I/O documentation
* Integrate sensors, instrumentation, motors, VFDs, and safety devices into control systems
* Support system testing, commissioning, and startup activities
* Troubleshoot automation, electrical, and control system issues to minimize downtime
* Work closely with engineering, manufacturing, and operations teams to deliver reliable solutions
* Assist with system upgrades, modifications, and continuous improvement initiatives
Required Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Controls, or equivalent hands‑on experience
* 3+ years of experience in industrial automation or controls engineering
* PLC programming experience in a manufacturing, OEM, or industrial environment
* Experience with HMI development and control system troubleshooting
* Ability to read and create electrical drawings and schematics
* Strong problem‑solving and troubleshooting skills
Preferred Qualifications
* Experience with industrial communication protocols (EtherNet/IP, Profinet, Modbus, etc.)
* VFDs, motion control, or robotics experience
* Familiarity with machine safety standards and safety PLCs
* Commissioning or field startup experience
* On‑site role based in Phoenix, AZ
* Hands‑on interaction with machinery, control panels, and production equipment
* Limited travel may be required for commissioning or support
Seniority level
* Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
* Full‑time
Job function
* Engineering Services and Manufacturing
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Automation Control Engineer in phoenix at Unknown Company
This position is listed as full time and onsite.