Liberty Personnel Services, Inc. · 8 hours ago
Controls Engineer PLC & Robotics Machine Controls
Liberty Personnel Services, Inc. is seeking a highly skilled Controls Engineer to join their automation engineering team. The role involves designing, developing, programming, and supporting industrial control systems and robotic automation used in manufacturing or production environments.
Responsibilities
Design, program, and troubleshoot PLC-based control systems (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Siemens, other brands, etc.)
Integrate and commission industrial robots (e.g., FANUC, ABB, KUKA, Yaskawa)
Develop HMI and SCADA systems for operator interfaces and system monitoring
Create and maintain electrical schematics using CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD Electrical)
Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and process engineers during system design and integration
Support installation, debugging, and startup of new machinery and automation systems
Perform root cause analysis and corrective actions for automation and controls-related issues
Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements (e.g., OSHA, NFPA 70E)
Document all control system logic, interfaces, and safety systems for future maintenance and upgrades
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation, or a related field
3 plus years of experience in industrial controls and robotics integration
Proficient in PLC programming languages (Ladder Logic, Function Block, Structured Text)
Hands-on experience with robotic systems and motion control technologies
Familiarity with Ethernet/IP, DeviceNet, Profibus, Modbus, and industrial networking
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams
Willingness to travel occasionally for installations or support (30%)
This position requires three plus years' experience
US citizenship, green card, perm resident is required
Preferred
Experience with vision systems (Cognex, Keyence)
Knowledge of safety PLCs and safety circuit design
Familiarity with Industry 4.0, IIoT, and data integration technologies
Professional certifications (e.g., Rockwell Certified Programmer, Siemens Certified Professional) are a plus
Benefits
PTO
401k
Medical benefits
Company
Liberty Personnel Services, Inc.
Liberty Personnel is widely recognized as the finest direct placement and contract recruiting firm in the region.
Funding
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