1st Shift The Controls & Automation Engineer's primary purpose is to provide technical solutions for new and existing production applications while expanding the organization's expertise in automation, controls, and system integration
Responsibilities:
- Lead automation, controls, and equipment improvement initiatives to enhance manufacturing performance and operational efficiency
- Diagnose and resolve PLC, HMI, machine control, and system integration issues to minimize production downtime
- Support the installation, startup, validation, and commissioning of new manufacturing equipment and production lines
- Conduct root cause analysis on equipment failures and implement corrective actions to improve reliability and uptime
- Collaborate closely with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, and external vendors to optimize manufacturing processes
- Drive continuous improvement efforts by identifying automation opportunities, improving system performance, and increasing production efficiency
Qualifications:
- At least 3 years of hands-on experience in electrical engineering within a manufacturing, industrial, automation, or production environment
- Strong expertise in PLC programming, HMI development, machine controls, automation systems, sensors, drives, and industrial communication networks
- Proven ability to troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve controls, automation, and equipment performance issues while working directly on the production floor
- Experience leading engineering projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and integrating automated systems into manufacturing operations to improve efficiency and reliability
Salary:
$80K-$100K Ask for: Aarti Manchanda Clearbridge Executive Search is a New Jersey based Executive Search Firm specializing in retained searches in multiple sectors, including Manufacturing, Finance, IT, Legal, and Pharmaceutical. We have a nationwide client base and offer services in temporary and direct hire placements
Pay:
$80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
Work Location:
In person