Control Engineer

Job Title Control Engineer – PLC & Automated Vision

Openings: 5

Location North Haven, Connecticut

Work Arrangement: 100% Onsite

Candidates must be able to reliably commute to the North Haven, CT worksite.

Employment Type Contract

Duration - Long term

Salary/Rate

Pay Range: $42–$52/hour on W2 or $55- $60/hr on c2c

This compensation range is provided in good faith based on the available pay information. Actual compensation may vary based on job-related qualifications, experience, skills, and applicable assignment terms. The maximum stated pay rate is $52/hour.

Work Authorization

OPT candidates are not eligible for this assignment. Employment eligibility and work authorization will be reviewed in accordance with applicable law.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Control Engineer to support manufacturing automation, automated assembly equipment, PLC programming, and vision inspection systems at Medtronic's North Haven, CT facility.

The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of controls and automation experience, with hands-on expertise in Allen-Bradley PLC platforms and automated vision systems. Experience with ControlLogix, CompactLogix, GuardLogix, FactoryTalk ME/SE, and Cognex or Keyence vision systems is strongly preferred.

The engineer will troubleshoot manufacturing equipment, improve equipment performance, support validation activities, and collaborate with maintenance, manufacturing, quality, and project engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to maintenance teams and resolve manufacturing automation issues.
• Troubleshoot machine stoppages, conduct root-cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
• Program, configure, troubleshoot, and support Allen-Bradley PLC systems, including ControlLogix, CompactLogix, and GuardLogix.
• Support automated vision inspection systems, prioritizing Cognex, with Keyence also acceptable.
• Develop and troubleshoot PLC programs using Ladder Logic, SCL, Function Block Diagram (FBD), and Graph as applicable.
• Support HMI systems, including FactoryTalk Machine Edition (ME) and Supervisory Edition (SE).
• Read and interpret electrical schematics and diagnose electrical and controls-related equipment issues.
• Diagnose servo and stepper motion control systems, controllers, and associated equipment.
• Develop equipment specifications and support vendor quotations for automated and manual equipment.
• Review equipment quotations, design proposals, and engineering designs for custom assembly equipment.
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
• Participate in DFMEA, PFMEA, machine risk assessments, and Critical-to-Quality (CTQ) activities.
• Support equipment specifications, supplier selection, supplier qualification, and equipment implementation.
• Participate in equipment validation and qualification activities, including FAT/SAT where applicable.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, maintenance, quality, engineering, and project teams.
• Ensure equipment designs and troubleshooting activities follow applicable electrical safety requirements and NFPA standards.
• Support equipment commissioning, process improvements, and manufacturing system reliability.
• Travel approximately 10% domestically for manufacturing site support and supplier visits.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Electromechanical Engineering, or a related discipline preferred.
• 3–5 years of relevant controls and industrial automation experience.
• Hands-on experience with Allen-Bradley PLC platforms, including ControlLogix, CompactLogix, or GuardLogix.
• Experience with automated vision inspection systems, preferably Cognex; Keyence experience is also acceptable.
• Experience with FactoryTalk ME/SE.
• Knowledge of PLC programming languages, including Ladder Logic, SCL, FBD, and Graph.
• Strong troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skills in manufacturing environments.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics.
• Experience diagnosing servo and stepper motion control systems.
• Experience supporting equipment validation and manufacturing automation.
• Knowledge of electrical and controls design and applicable NFPA standards.
• Strong analytical, communication, documentation, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in medical device or pharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Experience with automated assembly equipment and custom equipment integration.
• Experience with DFMEA, PFMEA, machine risk assessments, and CTQ processes.
• Experience with equipment qualification, FAT/SAT, and validation documentation.
• Knowledge of FDA-regulated manufacturing environments.
• Experience improving OEE, equipment reliability, and manufacturing processes.
• Familiarity with robotics and advanced automation systems.
• Experience with both Cognex and Keyence vision platforms.

Work Requirements

• Position is 100% onsite in North Haven, Connecticut.
• Ability to provide hands-on technical support for manufacturing equipment and automation systems.
• Ability to participate in equipment troubleshooting, validation, qualification, and process improvement activities.
• Willingness to travel approximately 10% domestically for manufacturing site and supplier visits.
• Ability to work collaboratively with maintenance, manufacturing, quality, and engineering teams.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with reasonable accommodation available where required by applicable law.

Application

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit an updated resume highlighting Allen-Bradley PLCs, ControlLogix, CompactLogix, GuardLogix, Cognex or Keyence vision systems, FactoryTalk ME/SE, Ladder Logic, SCL, FBD, Graph, servo/stepper motion control, electrical schematics, equipment troubleshooting, validation, FAT/SAT, DFMEA/PFMEA, and manufacturing automation experience.

Candidates with hands-on experience in both PLC programming and automated vision inspection should clearly highlight both skill sets on their resumes.

Benefits: Eligible employees may enroll in and receive benefits offered by Intellectt Inc., subject to applicable plan terms, eligibility criteria, and contribution requirements.

Equal Employment Opportunity: Intellectt Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.