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You will leverage your expertise in PLC programming and industrial control logic to drive continuous improvement, optimize machine performance, and lead critical engineering projects that directly impact our manufacturing throughput.\n\nResponsibilities\nDesign, implement, and debug sophisticated control logic to enhance the reliability and performance of complex industrial machinery.\nLead end-to-end engineering projects, managing everything from initial design and cost estimation to final installation and startup.\nProvide expert-level technical guidance to maintenance teams, facilitating the rapid troubleshooting of AC/DC drive systems and electronic components.\nOversee external contractors and engineering firms to ensure all electrical installations and repairs meet rigorous safety and quality standards.\nAnalyze electrical schematics and utilize advanced diagnostic tools to resolve equipment failures and minimize production downtime.\nMaintain robust network communications and ensure secure, up-to-date backups of all critical machine software and control programs.\nCollaborate with leadership to forecast capital expenditures and identify opportunities for technology upgrades that improve operational efficiency.\nQualifications\nRequired Skills\nBachelor’s or Associate degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical discipline.\n5+ years of hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment, ideally within continuous process industries.\nAdvanced proficiency in PLC programming and industrial control systems.\nStrong capability in CAD software for electrical design and documentation.\nPreferred Skills\nExperience with Wonderware or similar HMI/SCADA software platforms.\nProven track record of managing cross-functional projects and external vendors.\nDeep understanding of wire and cable manufacturing processes or similar high-speed production lines.","company":"Accelera","rawCompany":"accelera","city":"Windham","state":"CT","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-16T10:35:21.492Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2071.00","title":"Electrical Engineers","slug":"electrical-engineers"},{"code":"17-2199.05","title":"Mechatronics Engineers","slug":"mechatronics-engineers"},{"code":"17-3023.00","title":"Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians","slug":"electrical-and-electronic-engineering-technologists-and-technicians"}],"industries":[{"code":"333248","title":"All Other Industrial Machinery Manufacturing","slug":"all-other-industrial-machinery-manufacturing"},{"code":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"},{"code":"335314","title":"Relay and Industrial Control Manufacturing","slug":"relay-and-industrial-control-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Automation Systems Engineer","description":"About the Role\n\nAs an Automation Systems Engineer, you will serve as the technical backbone for our production environment, ensuring that our manufacturing systems operate at peak efficiency. 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