Controls Engineer

Title: Controls EngineerLocation: Tonawanda, NY (Onsite)Duration: 12+ Months ContractOverviewKey ResponsibilitiesProduction & Floor SupportProvide daily hands‐on technical support for engine assembly lines.Troubleshoot issues with PLCs, robotics, HMIs, vision systems, instrumentation, and automation equipment.Respond quickly to equipment downtime and root-cause issues impacting production.Work closely with production, quality, maintenance, and engineering groups to prioritize issues.Machine Controls & AutomationProgram, modify, and troubleshoot:Siemens PLC systemsRockwell / Allen-Bradley Global Common platformsHMI systemsFanuc robots and cobotsSupport automation equipment from Hirata (Japan) and other vendors.Vision Systems & SensorsConfigure and troubleshoot:Cognex AI vision systemsDalsaMatrox camera systemsEquipment Launch & ImplementationSupport installation and commissioning of new Gen6 Small Block Internal Gas Engine assembly equipment.Assist with procurement, integration, testing, and validation of automated systems.Document changes, support PFMEAs, and maintain standard work.AMR / Material Handling SystemsSupport Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMR) such as:OTTOBastian Auto Fork TruckMeetings & CommunicationParticipate in:Morning carryover meetingSmaller team stand-upsEnd-of-shift review meetingsReview cross‐shift communication logs and email updates.Communicate top priorities, risks, and production support needs daily.Required QualificationsEducationAssociate Degree requiredBachelor's Degree preferred (Electrical Engineering strongly preferred)Experience 5–7 years' experience in manufacturing, automation, or controls.Will consider less experienced candidates with strong aptitude and learning ability.Must-Have Hard SkillsExtensive manufacturing plant floor experienceOn feet all day, fast-paced environment, high urgency, hands-on troubleshootingMachine controls experiencePLCs, robotics, test systems, HMIs, instrumentation, and vision systemsRobotics / Automation system experienceFanuc robots/cobots, cameras, AMRs, etc.Preferred Technical Skills(Not required but highly beneficial)Siemens PLCRockwell/Allen‐BradleyCognex AI VisionDalsa / Matrox camerasFanuc Robot/Cobot programmingOTTO AMR, Bastian autonomous forkliftExperience in engine assembly or automated assembly linesSoft Skills & TraitsTeam player with strong communication skillsHigh energy, flexible, positive attitudeQuick learner with strong mechanical/electrical aptitudeAble to think on their feet in a dynamic environmentComfortable with large manufacturing operationsWork EnvironmentFast-paced engine assembly plantMix of older equipment (10+ years) and brand‐new automationHighly collaborative with a 12-person engineering teamSupport production, quality, maintenance, and cross-functional groups