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Axion Recruitment

Controls Engineer

Pay: $83,200/yr

Posted: 07/06/2026

Location: Forney, TX (Onsite)

Last Updated: 3 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/20/2026

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What they do

A Manufacturing Automation Engineer designs, programs and improves automated machinery and processes within a manufacturing environment. Are responsible for the design specifications, documentation and troubleshooting of the equipment. Often work within vehicle manufacturing and food processing plants, where robots or machines are used to perform specific functions.

$100,714 / year median in Texas

+15% projected growth

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Job Description

Controls Engineer Forney, TX $35.00

$45.00 per hour 1st or 2nd Shift | Monday
Thursday 6:00am
4:30pm or 4:00pm
2:30am Industrial Automation Manufacturing We're recruiting for an experienced Controls Engineer to join a growing industrial automation manufacturer in Forney, TX.

This is an excellent opportunity to work on highly automated manufacturing equipment, leading automation projects, improving production performance and supporting future technology investments. What You'll Do Design, develop and commission automation and control systems Troubleshoot PLCs, robotics, SCADA, HMIs and automated equipment Support production uptime and continuous improvement initiatives Lead controls-related FMEA and risk assessments Maintain electrical schematics and controls documentation Support FAT, SAT and new equipment commissioning Work with vendors on automation components and system upgrades Support integration of SCADA, MES, QMS, WMS and other manufacturing systems Mentor technicians and support future automation projects What We're Looking For Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Controls or Manufacturing Engineering (or related discipline) 3-5 years' automation and controls experience within manufacturing Strong PLC experience (Siemens preferred) Experience with SCADA and HMI systems Ability to read and develop electrical schematics and wiring diagrams Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills Apply Click Apply or contact: Sam Wild 945-256-5118 sam@axionrecruitment.

com Commutable from:

Forney, Mesquite, Dallas, Garland, Rockwall, Terrell, Kaufman, Sunnyvale, Rowlett, Richardson and Plano.

Relevant Job Titles:

Controls Engineer, Automation Engineer, PLC Engineer, Electrical Controls Engineer, Manufacturing Controls Engineer, Robotics Engineer, Automation Specialist, SCADA Engineer, Industrial Automation Engineer. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available. IND1 Axion Recruitment is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.

Pay:

$35.00

$45.

00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Experience:

Manufacturing :

3 years (Required)

PLC Programming:

3 years (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Forney, TX 75126 (Required)

Work Location:

In person