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Controls and Automation Engineer

Lead programming, troubleshooting, and maintenance of plant automation systems

Horseheads, New York, United States
Full Time
Intermediate (4-7 years)

Job Highlights

Environment
Onsite

About the Role

As Controls & Automation Engineer you will lead programming, troubleshooting, and maintenance of automated systems across the plant. This role supports continuous improvement, equipment upgrades, and cross‑functional collaboration to enhance manufacturing performance. Manage programming and electrical maintenance of automated equipment (CNC, robotics, HVAC, furnaces, utility systems). Collaborate with Engineering and CI teams to design and implement automation solutions. Lead integration and optimization of control systems (PLC, SCADA, HMI, Ladder Logic). Provide technical guidance and training for maintenance teams. Drive performance improvements through advanced manufacturing technologies. Oversee project management for automation and engineering initiatives. Support EHS compliance including MESH and ISO14001 standards. Stay current with industry trends and pursue ongoing training. • Direct programming and upkeep of plant‑wide automation, including CNC, robotics, and HVAC. • Collaborate with engineering and continuous improvement teams to design automation solutions. • Optimize PLC, SCADA, HMI, and ladder‑logic control systems. • Provide technical training and guidance to maintenance personnel. • Manage automation projects and ensure compliance with MESH and ISO 14001 standards. • Apply advanced manufacturing technologies to boost performance. • Utilize Honeywell HC900, Allen‑Bradley Studio 5000, and FactoryTalk View for control platform development. • Integrate devices via Modbus RTU, RS485, Ethernet/IP and support field‑device networking. • Create CAD models in Inventor or Pro‑E and develop HMI graphics and alarm strategies.

Key Responsibilities

  • automation programming
  • control optimization
  • device integration
  • cad modeling
  • project management
  • technical training

What You Bring

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and at least three years of experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment with controls and automation expertise. Relevant degrees include Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, or Controls Engineering. Proficiency with Honeywell HC900 or similar hybrid control platforms, Allen‑Bradley Studio 5000, RSLogix, and FactoryTalk View. Experience with communication protocols such as Modbus RTU, RS485, and Ethernet/IP, as well as field device integration. Skilled in CAD using 2D and 3D tools like Inventor and Pro‑E. Knowledge of machining operations, robotics, and industrial control technologies including Ladder Logic, PLC, SCADA, and HMI. Experience designing alarm strategies, HMI graphics, and SCADA integration.

Requirements

  • bachelors
  • 3 years
  • honeywell
  • allen‑bradley
  • modbus
  • inventor

Work Environment

Onsite

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