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Sapphire Recruitment

Automation Engineer - Drives and Controls / 62673

Pay: $95,000–$110,000/yr

Posted: 6 weeks ago

Location: Syracuse, NY (Onsite)

Last Updated: 3 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/22/2026

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What they do

An Automation Engineer develops and implements testing strategies and toolsets with the goal of increasing process automation. Establishes appropriate measures to validate and report on software quality. Designs and implements test automation to improve system reliability and stability. Designs and supports frameworks for test infrastructure. Provides automation expertise and mentoring.

$124,914 / year median in New York

+0% projected growth

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Job Description

Automation Engineer

Drives and Controls / 62673 Sapphire Recruitment
3.9 Syracuse, NY Job Details $95,000
$110,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications Electrical automation system implementation PLC-based control system operation CAD software Network design Sales support On-site technical support Human-machine interface (HMI) systems Technical documentation Bachelor of Science Engineering Machine troubleshooting Mechanical system commissioning projects Mid-level Industrial equipment troubleshooting 3 years Bachelor's degree in engineering System validation System development Motor control equipment Integration testing Engineering functional testing AC/DC drives Commissioning phase involvement Industrial networks Technical writing experience within technology Cross-functional collaboration Ladder logic (LD) Field commissioning Field engineering Cross-functional communication Full Job Description Automation Engineer•Drives & Controls (95-110K) We have an Automation Engineer•Drives & Controls opportunity available with our established automated equipment manufacturing client near the Syracuse, NY area.

This is a direct hire opportunity.

Compensation & Benefits:

Attractive base salary + bonus plan Straight time pay for any hour worked over 45 in the work week Automatic 401K company contribution Comprehensive benefit package includes: medical, dental, vision, PTO, paid holidays etc.

Company Overview:

Leading Custom Original Equipment Manufacturer Global Sales Approaching 500M 1,000+ Employees Worldwide Your Role with the

Company:

Controls Software Development PLC programming (Ladder Logic, Function Block Diagrams) HMI development PLC network architecture AC/DC drive configuration and legacy controls integration Testing & Commissioning System testing and validation Machine startup and commissioning Remote and on-site troubleshooting and technical support Engineering & Project Support Technical documentation and reports Sales technical support and application studies Cross functional collaboration and customer interaction throughout project execution

Background Profile:

BS in Engineering 3-5+ years of controls or automation engineering experience Experience programming Allen-Bradley and/or Siemens PLCs Strong knowledge of AC/DC drive systems and industrial control networks Experience with HMI development and supervisory control systems Familiarity with AutoCAD and industrial automation software Ability to travel approximately 30%, including domestic and occasional international travel For confidential consideration, submit resume to Sapphire Recruitment is an EOE #tech123

Work Location:

In person