Controls & Automation Engineer

An established manufacturing facility in Pueblo, Colorado is seeking a Controls & Automation Engineer to join their team. This role is responsible for developing and improving industrial processes, as well as designing new process equipment or modifying existing systems within a highly automated manufacturing environment.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport production and maintenance operations within a highly automated manufacturing plantDesign, develop, and implement control systems (hardware and software) to improve production efficiency, product quality, equipment performance, energy consumption, reduce downtime, and enhance overall process automationDevelop a comprehensive understanding of plant process control systems and their impact across the production lineAnalyze, troubleshoot, and enhance programmable logic controllers (PLC) and human-machine interface (HMI) systemsRecommend and implement improvements to optimize production processes and equipment reliabilityDesign and monitor performance indicators and integrate control systems with company information systemsProvide ongoing maintenance support and resolve process control system issues, taking ownership through final resolutionDevelop requirement specifications, high-level system designs, and architecture documentation related to production control systemsSupport and manage automation and controls-related projectsRequirementsBachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Automated Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical field5+ years of relevant automation or controls engineering experience in an industrial environmentExperience working with PLC platforms such as Allen-Bradley, Fanuc, Modicon, or similar systems, as well as variable frequency drives (VFDs)Strong computer skills including Microsoft Excel, Project, and PowerPointProven teamwork, communication (written and verbal), organizational, and administrative skillsStrong analytical and problem-solving abilitiesMust be available to be on call and assist personnel during emergencies or critical business needs