Job Details:
Job Title: Automation / Controls Engineer (Vision experience)
Overview
Join a regional automation team as an Automation / Controls Engineer responsible for designing, programming, commissioning, integrating, and supporting automated and robotic manufacturing equipment. This hands-on role covers both hardware and software across projects from concept through installation and post-delivery support.
Key Responsibilities
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Work under the direction of the Engineering Manager and coordinate with project, sales, and mechanical teams.
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Liaise directly with customers to understand requirements and deliver effective automation solutions.
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Provide technical oversight for control panel wiring and system fabrication.
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Design, develop, and troubleshoot electromechanical control systems.
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Program and debug PLCs, HMIs, motor drives, servos, robotic controllers, vision systems, and related control devices both in the shop and onsite.
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Support system run-offs and install/commission equipment to meet contractual and performance requirements.
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Perform quality control inspections and ensure compliance with applicable safety and electrical codes.
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Integrate, modify, and repair robotic, mechanical, and controls equipment to meet customer needs.
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Maintain accurate records, documentation, and change logs for systems and site work.
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Help keep the fabrication and assembly areas organized and safe; occasional light housekeeping and parts organization may be required.
Qualifications & Skills
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2–4+ years’ experience in industrial controls development, troubleshooting, or programming.
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Hands-on experience with PLC/HMI programming and ladder or structured text logic.
- Allen Bradley, Siemens, GE and similar PLC/HMI's
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Practical experience reading electrical schematics; experience producing prints is a plus.
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Proven ability to integrate and troubleshoot control panels and electromechanical systems.
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Strong computer literacy and clear written/verbal communication.
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Experience with common commercial PLC platforms and industrial control hardware.
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Comfortable working independently and as part of a team; effective at juggling multiple tasks.
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Able to lift up to 50 lbs and travel to customer sites as required (occasional travel).
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Must pass background and drug screening and maintain a valid U.S. driver’s license and safe driving record.
Reporting & Work Environment
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Reports to the Engineering Manager; may receive assignments from other engineering and operations leads.
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Full-time, on-site role
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25% travel required
Compensation & Benefits
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Competitive benefits package, including retirement plan, medical/dental/vision coverage options, paid time off.
This full-time, on-site position located in Irondale, AL, requires travel up to 30% of the time. Join our mission to empower industries through cutting-edge solutions and innovative automation excellence.
Please send a current copy of your resume with work history to pd@libertyjobs.com for consideration. All communications are 100% confidential.
Patrick DelGaone
PD@Libertyjobs.com
Keywords: controls engineer, automation, robotics, PLC programming, HMI programming, industrial engineering, automation solutions, Birmingham, AL area jobs, Keyence, Cognex, Fanuc IRV.
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