Controls Engineer
Company Description SARACA is a global engineering R&D services company serving 25+ Fortune 500 customers across MedTech, Aerospace, Rail, Automotive, Semiconductor, Defense, and Farm industries. The organization is ISO 13485 certified and has deep expertise in medical device design and development, including embedded software, UI/UX, mechanical systems, and product testing. SARACA’s leadership team brings extensive product engineering experience, supported by a technically strong workforce of 400+ engineers and management consultants delivering onsite and offsite projects worldwide. With a global presence, SARACA helps customers solve complex business problems and accelerate business growth. SARACA is an equal-opportunity employer that fosters innovation, continuous learning, and industry-leading performance.Role Description This is a full-time, on-site Controls Engineer role based in Southington, CT. The Controls Engineer will design, develop, and implement control systems for automated equipment and machinery, focusing on reliability, safety, and performance. Responsibilities include configuring and programming PLCs and motion controllers, integrating robotics and motion control solutions, and collaborating with cross-functional engineering teams to support new and existing systems. The role involves diagnosing and troubleshooting electrical and control system issues, optimizing processes for efficiency, and preparing technical documentation such as schematics, test plans, and maintenance procedures. The Controls Engineer will also participate in system commissioning, provide support for continuous improvement initiatives, and ensure compliance with relevant industry standards and customer requirements. Key Responsibilities: • Lead troubleshooting and problem-solving for equipment and machine control systems • Design, program, modify, and troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, AC/DC Drives, Vision Systems, and Robot Controllers • Develop and maintain P&IDs, wiring schematics, and I/O drawings • Support equipment design, FAT, SAT, startup, commissioning, and validation • Drive OEE improvement, scrap reduction, uptime, and manufacturing efficiency • Perform root cause analysis and implement robust technical solutions • Support continuous improvement and equipment lifecycle strategies • Collaborate with Maintenance, Quality, Manufacturing, and Engineering teams • Maintain cGMP compliance and support qualification activities • Provide technical leadership and training for equipment and control systemsRequired Skills: • Rockwell Automation / Allen-Bradley • FactoryTalk • PLC Programming • HMI / SCADA • Industrial Automation & Controls • Equipment Troubleshooting & Commissioning • Plastic Injection Molding • Part Assembly, Fixturing & Process Control • Root Cause Analysis / Continuous Improvement • cGMP Manufacturing EnvironmentQualifications: • Bachelor’s degree required; Electrical Engineering preferred • 4+ years of Controls Engineering experience • Experience supporting manufacturing equipment and production operations • Ability to independently analyze complex technical problems and develop solutions📩 Interested candidates can share their updated resume at: avnish.kumar@saracasolutions.com#Hiring #ControlsEngineer #AutomationEngineer #PLC #AllenBradley #RockwellAutomation #FactoryTalk #SCADA #HMI #Manufacturing #IndustrialAutomation #EngineeringJobs #ConnecticutJobs #SouthingtonCT #MedicalDevices #cGMP #InjectionMolding #LongTermContract #NowHiring