Controls and Automation Engineer jobs in United States
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Eaton · 6 hours ago

Controls and Automation Engineer

Eaton’s Power Components Division is seeking a Controls and Automation Engineer to work on-site at their Horseheads, NY facility. The role involves leading programming, troubleshooting, and maintenance of automated systems to enhance manufacturing performance through continuous improvement and cross-functional collaboration.

Electric Vehicle
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Responsibilities

Manage programming and electrical maintenance of automated equipment (CNC, robotics, HVAC, furnaces, utility systems)
Collaborate with Engineering and CI teams to design and implement automation solutions
Lead integration and optimization of control systems (PLC, SCADA, HMI, Ladder Logic)
Provide technical guidance and training for maintenance teams
Drive performance improvements through advanced manufacturing technologies
Oversee project management for automation and engineering initiatives
Support EHS compliance including MESH and ISO14001 standards
Stay current with industry trends and pursue ongoing training

Qualification

ControlsAutomationPLC programmingSCADA systemsAllen-Bradley Studio 5000Honeywell HC900Field device integration2D3D CADTechnical guidanceProject managementCollaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
Minimum of 3 years of experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment with experience in controls and automation
Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc

Preferred

Bachelor's in Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Controls Engineering or degree from an accredited institution
Experience with Honeywell HC900 or similar hybrid control platforms
Proficiency in Allen-Bradley Studio 5000, RSLogix, and FactoryTalk View
Experience with Modbus RTU, RS485, Ethernet/IP, and field device integration
Experience in CAD using both 2D and 3D (i.e. Inventor, Pro-E, etc)
Experience in machining operations including expertise in automated manufacturing systems, robotics, and industrial control technologies (Ladder Logic, PLC, SCADA, HMI)
Experience implementing alarm strategies, HMI graphics, and SCADA-level integration

Benefits

Health and Welfare benefits
Retirement benefits
Programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work

Company

Eaton is an intelligent power management company dedicated to improving the quality of life and protecting the environment for people everywhere.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$0.6M
Key Investors
Michigan Economic Development Corporation
2023-06-22Grant· $0.6M

Leadership Team

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Craig Arnold
Chairman and CEO
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Gerard Devito
Vice President and Chief Technology Officer Eaton Vehicle Group
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