Automation Controls Engineer

Unity Staffing Services, LLC
  • Cedar City, UT
    Today

    Job Description

    Job Description

    Job Description
    POSITION SUMMARY: The Automation Controls Engineer designs, programs, troubleshoots, and optimizes automation and control systems used in manufacturing equipment. This role supports the stable operation of PLC-controlled systems, robotics, sensors, HMIs, and Smart Factory infrastructure to maximize equipment uptime, production efficiency, and product quality. |

    KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Develop, troubleshoot, and maintain PLC-based control systems for production equipment; modify and debug PLC programs, with LS ELECTRIC experience preferred; integrate and support sensors, actuators, HMIs, robotics, and control devices; assist with installation, setup, startup, and commissioning of automated production equipment; analyze automation-system failures and implement corrective actions; improve equipment stability, cycle time, reliability, and overall equipment effectiveness; identify opportunities for automation and system upgrades; support Smart Factory initiatives and digital manufacturing systems; assist with MES integration, data collection, system connectivity, real-time production monitoring, and automation data flow; collaborate with mechanical engineering, production, and quality teams; coordinate with vendors and automation suppliers; and ensure electrical and control systems comply with applicable safety standards. |

    REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Associate degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Electronics, Mechatronics, Automation, or a related field preferred; equivalent hands-on automation experience may be considered; basic-to-intermediate PLC systems and control-logic experience; ability to modify, debug, validate, and troubleshoot PLC programs; ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, CAD engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and control-panel I/O; working knowledge of sensors, actuators, HMIs, robotics, control devices, and industrial automation systems; strong equipment-troubleshooting and analytical problem-solving skills; ability to work in a manufacturing environment and support production needs; legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship; and willingness to work onsite five days per week in Enoch, Utah. |
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    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Three or more years of PLC programming or automation-engineering experience; hands-on LS ELECTRIC PLC experience; industrial automation, robotics, or manufacturing-systems experience; Smart Factory or MES experience; OEE improvement and system-optimization experience; automated-line commissioning and startup experience; CAD 2D or 3D proficiency; and experience supporting real-time production monitoring and automation data collection. |

    SCHEDULE AND INTERVIEW PROCESS: Onsite Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Mountain Time. The anticipated interview process includes a Microsoft Teams interview followed by a possible onsite interview. |

    ADDITIONAL DETAILS: No visa sponsorship. Relocation assistance is not confirmed; non-local candidates may be considered if willing to relocate, potentially at their own expense.

    Requirements
    REQUIRED TRAINING: Approximately seven months of job training in Korea is mandatory and non-negotiable. Candidates must be willing and able to complete this international training and commit to the role after training.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationCedar City, UT

    Skills

    • Analysis Skillsunmatched
    • Automationunmatched
    • Automation Engineeringunmatched
    • Automation Systemsunmatched
    • CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing)unmatched
    • Commissioningunmatched
    • Control Systemsunmatched
    • Corrective Actionunmatched
    • Data Collectionunmatched
    • Debugging Skillsunmatched
    • Electrical Engineeringunmatched
    • Electrical Wiringunmatched
    • Electricityunmatched
    • Electronic Engineeringunmatched
    • Engineeringunmatched
    • Engineering Drawingunmatched
    • Identify Issuesunmatched
    • Industrial Roboticsunmatched
    • Input/Outputunmatched
    • Legalunmatched
    • Manufacturingunmatched
    • Manufacturing Equipmentunmatched
    • Manufacturing Systemsunmatched
    • Mechanical Engineeringunmatched
    • Operational Supportunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Production Controlunmatched
    • Production Supportunmatched
    • Production Systemsunmatched
    • Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)unmatched
    • Roboticsunmatched
    • Schematicsunmatched
    • Startupunmatched
    • Systems Administration/Managementunmatched
    • Systems Analysisunmatched
    • Technical/Engineering Designunmatched
    • Time Trackingunmatched

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