Controls Automation Engineer(s)

Do you thrive on solving real production problems, improving automated systems, and seeing your work make an immediate impact on the plant floor?We're looking for a Controls Automation Engineer(s) to help drive performance across some of the most critical automation in our operation, including robotic paint systems, press automation, PLCs, HMIs, and supporting controls infrastructure. This is not a desk-only engineering role. It's a hands-on opportunity for someone who enjoys programming, troubleshooting, optimizing processes, and partnering directly with production to keep equipment running safely, efficiently, and consistently.If you've ever looked at a recurring downtime issue, inconsistent process, or underperforming automated cell and thought, "I can make this better," this could be the role for you.In this position, you'll play a key role in improving uptime, stabilizing processes, supporting launches and trials, and helping move our manufacturing systems forward. You'll work closely with Maintenance, Production, Quality, and Engineering to solve problems, implement improvements, and make sure our automation delivers real-world results.Why This Role Stands OutWork on high-impact automation systems that directly support productionGet hands-on with robotics, press automation, PLCs, HMIs, sensors, drives, and process controlsLead meaningful improvements in uptime, quality, consistency, and efficiencyBe part of a fast-paced manufacturing environment where your ideas can turn into action quicklyTake ownership of projects that make a visible difference on the floorWhat You'll DoDrive Automation PerformanceDevelop, modify, troubleshoot, and optimize control systems for robotic paint applications, press automation, and related production equipmentProgram and improve PLCs, HMIs, sensors, drives, and machine controls to support safe and reliable operationCreate, adjust, and optimize robot paths, motion routines, and application settings for paint systems using platforms such as ABB, FANUC, or similarSupport press automation logic, machine sequencing, interlocks, and equipment integration to improve throughput and process stabilityAssist with automated process settings, recipe control, purge routines, and other system functions tied to production performanceSolve Problems Where They HappenRespond to production issues involving robots, presses, controls systems, paint application, and automated equipmentDiagnose root causes across electrical, controls, software, mechanical, and process-related issuesImplement practical corrective actions that reduce downtime and improve reliabilityWork directly with plant-floor teams to restore performance and keep production movingImprove Quality and ConsistencyDevelop and maintain standard work, setup documentation, process parameters, and controls strategies for automated systemsPartner with Production and Quality to improve consistency, repeatability, and overall process capabilitySupport trials for new parts, materials, tooling, colors, and process changes, and document outcomes clearlyHelp reduce scrap, rework, variation, and performance losses through smarter automation and stronger process controlLead Continuous ImprovementIdentify and drive projects that improve uptime, throughput, material usage, and process stabilitySupport preventive and predictive maintenance efforts tied to controls and automation systemsRecommend and help implement controls upgrades, programming improvements, and system enhancementsContribute to operational excellence initiatives such as 5S/6S, PM/AM, and process standardizationCollaborate Across the OperationWork closely with Maintenance, Production, Quality, and Engineering to troubleshoot issues and plan improvementsHelp coordinate downtime activities, upgrades, and automation-related projectsTrain operators and technicians on basic equipment operation, alarm response, and best practicesServe as a technical resource and go-to problem solver for automation-related challengesWhat You BringBachelor's degree in Engineering, Controls, Automation, Robotics, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, or a related fieldor equivalent hands-on experience in an automated manufacturing environmentExperience with PLCs, HMIs, sensors, drives, and industrial controls systemsExperience with industrial robots such as ABB, FANUC, KUKA, Yaskawa/Motoman, or similar platformsStrong troubleshooting ability in a fast-paced manufacturing settingAbility to read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and process documentationHands-on, plant-floor mindset with the ability to move between technical problem-solving and practical executionExperience with paint systems, coatings, press automation, machine integration, vision systems, industrial networks, or data collection systems is a strong plusStrong communication skills and the ability to work effectively across departmentsWhat We OfferCompetitive salaryPerformance-based incentivesComprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k), generous PTO and paid holiday policiesA hands-on environment where your work has immediate visibility and impactOpportunities to lead automation and process-improvement projectsProfessional growth in controls, robotics, automation, and advanced manufacturing