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Automation Controls Engineer: DAYS

concord, NC

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Job DescriptionJob DescriptionNational robotics and automation firm seeking a Controls Engineer to serve as a full-time embedded resource for our onsite manufacturing managed services team. You will act as the primary controls authority on-site and have responsibility for all automation projects and support activities the customer assigns.

Fast-paced, high-ownership role requiring strong technical expertise, urgency, and the ability to work independently while representing our company directly to the customer. The majority of work involves conveyor systems, ASRS equipment, and material handling automation.

Required Work Schedule:

Night Shift 6PM to 6AM: 2-2-3 biweekly schedule (2 days on, 2 off, 3 on, 2 off, 2 on, 3 off)

Every other weekend is required.

NO travel required for this position

Key Responsibilities:

Serve as the lead and primary controls engineer embedded at a customer site.

Own and execute all automation and controls projects assigned by the customer.

Design, program, debug, and support PLC-based control systems for conveyor and ASRS equipment.

Troubleshoot and optimize existing automation systems to minimize downtime and improve performance.

Develop, maintain, and troubleshoot HMI and SCADA systems.

Configure and integrate motion control systems, including servo motors, VFDs, and drives.

Support commissioning, startups, upgrades, and system modifications.

Create, review, and interpret electrical schematics and field wiring documentation.

Program and troubleshoot robotic systems (FANUC preferred).

Work with industrial communication protocols such as EtherNet/IP.

Collaborate with customer stakeholders, mechanical engineers, electricians, and internal project teams.

Provide clear technical communication and documentation to both the customer and internal teams.

Required Skills & Experience:

Strong proficiency in PLC programming, primarily Allen‐Bradley.

Extensive experience with conveyor systems, material handling automation.

Experience with motion control systems, including servos, VFDs.

Solid understanding of industrial sensors (photoelectric, inductive, capacitive, ultrasonic).

Ability to read, modify, and create electrical schematics.

Advanced troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in live production environments.

Experience integrating machine vision systems (Cognex, Keyence, IRVision).

Knowledge of industrial networking and communication protocols:

EtherNet/IP experience

Modbus Knowledge

2-3 year's Robotic programming experience (FANUC preferred).

SCADA development experience (Ignition, FactoryTalk View, Wonderware).

Experience with AutoCAD Electrical or EPLAN. (4 years)

Exposure to Industrial IoT (IIoT) and Industry 4.0 initiatives.

Background in manufacturing, packaging, logistics, or distribution automation environments is a BONUS and is strongly preferred

NOTE: Ability to pass rigorous background check and drug testing is a requirement of employment with this facility.

Work Environment & Expectations:

This role is primarily on-site at our customer facility as an embedded engineer.

You will function as our company team's trusted technical partner to the customer.

Excellent communication with keen ability to collaborate with all levels of manufacturing plant personnel as needed.

A strong sense of urgency, ownership, and professionalism is essential.

Compensation & Benefits

Highly competitive, full-time, salaried position with salary dependent on experience.

Benefits Include:

Health, dental, and vision insurance starting the 1st of the month after hire

Health Savings Account (HSA) option

Generous paid time off (vacation and sick leave)

Paid holidays

401(k) retirement savings plan

Ongoing professional development opportunities

If you enjoy taking ownership, interacting directly with customers, and solving complex automation challenges in real-world environments, this role offers long-term stability and impact we want to speak with you about our open position--Apply today to join our growing automation team supporting industry-leading systems. No Sponsorship is available for this position either now or in the future-must be presently authorized to work for any US employer . **Extensive Background check and drug testing conducted for this position.*

RELOCATION ALLOWANCE considered for well qualified domestic candidates.

Worksite address

concord, NC, 28027, US

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