Controls & Automation Engineer

Hoekstra Electrical Services

$75K — $90K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 2 years in Controls & Automation Engineering
  • Strong skills in PLC and HMI programming
  • Proficient in electrical troubleshooting
  • Hands-on with wiring motors and sensors
  • Adaptable to changing project priorities
  • Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
  • Valid driver’s license with a good driving record

Responsibilities

  • Perform PLC and HMI programming using various platforms
  • Program robotic systems like Fanuc and ABB
  • Design electrical controls with AutoCAD Electrical
  • Assist with system installation and modifications
  • Troubleshoot and provide technical support for clients
  • Travel locally for site visits and meetings

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development
  • Minimal travel requirements
  • Hands-on work with advanced technology
  • Collaborative work environment
  • Potential for job stability in a growing field
Full Job Description
What You'll Do

As a Controls & Automation Engineer, your responsibilities will include:
  • Primarily local work with approximately 10% travel, mostly within the continental United States
  • PLC and HMI programming utilizing platforms such as:
    • Allen-Bradley
    • Siemens
    • GE/Emerson
    • Keyence
    • Ignition
    • Other industry-leading systems
  • Robot programming utilizing platforms such as:
    • Fanuc
    • ABB
    • Yaskawa
    • Other robotic systems
  • Electrical controls design using AutoCAD Electrical
  • Service calls including system installation, modification, startup, troubleshooting, and support


Qualifications

Required
  • Minimum of 2 years of Controls & Automation Engineering experience
  • Strong PLC and HMI programming skills
  • Strong electrical troubleshooting abilities
  • Hands-on experience wiring motors, sensors, and industrial control components
  • Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities and project needs
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record

Preferred
  • Experience with robot programming
  • AutoCAD Electrical experience
  • Technical training in automation, controls, robotics, or related fields

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