Controls Engineer II - PLC Systems

United Parcel Service of America, Inc. • $80K — $95K *
Atlanta, GA 30349In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field, or equivalent industry experience.
  • 3-7 years of experience programming and supporting industrial automation systems.
  • Proficiency with Allen-Bradley ControlLogix, CompactLogix, and Studio 5000.
  • Experience in modifying and troubleshooting OEM PLC code.
  • Knowledge of conveyor and sortation systems, motor controls, VFDs, sensors, and industrial networking.
  • Ability to interpret electrical schematics and controls drawings.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

  • Analyze, troubleshoot, and modify OEM PLC programs for automated systems.
  • Develop, maintain, and improve PLC code libraries and programming standards.
  • Deploy standardized control software for new and existing projects.
  • Integrate PLC systems with various operational technologies.
  • Lead system startup, commissioning, testing, and validation activities.
  • Perform troubleshooting and root cause analysis for operational issues.
  • Maintain code version control and change documentation.

Benefits

  • Collaborative work environment with engineering teams and vendors.
  • Opportunity for travel to various project sites.
  • Hands-on engagement with operational systems.
  • Focus on developing and standardizing control solutions across facilities.
Full Job Description
Job Description:

The Controls Engineer II is responsible for the development, standardization, deployment, and commissioning of PLC-based control systems used in automated material handling and sortation operations. This role requires the ability to understand and modify OEM-provided control software, develop reusable code standards, and support the implementation of controls solutions across both new and existing facilities.

The ideal candidate combines strong PLC programming skills with practical field experience and a solid understanding of automated conveyor and sortation systems.

Key Responsibilities
  • Analyze, troubleshoot, and modify OEM-provided PLC programs for automated sortation and material handling systems.
  • Develop, maintain, and improve standard PLC code libraries, templates, and programming standards.
  • Deploy standardized control software solutions across new construction projects and existing operational facilities.
  • Support integration of PLC systems with HMIs, scanners, sortation equipment, safety systems, and higher-level controls platforms.
  • Lead and support system startup, commissioning, testing, and validation activities.
  • Perform controls troubleshooting and root cause analysis for operational issues and implement corrective actions.
  • Maintain code version control, change documentation, and deployment records.
  • Collaborate with internal engineering teams, operations, maintenance personnel, and external vendors to ensure successful project execution.
  • Travel as needed to support controls deployments, commissioning, and system optimization efforts.

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field, or equivalent industry experience.
  • 3-7 years of experience programming and supporting industrial automation systems.
  • Experience with Allen-Bradley ControlLogix, CompactLogix, and Studio 5000.
  • Experience modifying and troubleshooting existing PLC code developed by OEMs and system integrators.
  • Understanding of conveyor systems, sortation systems, motor controls, VFDs, sensors, and industrial networking.
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, controls drawings, and functional specifications.
  • Experience supporting startup, commissioning, and operational troubleshooting activities.
  • Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with parcel, distribution, warehouse, or material handling systems.
  • Experience with Ignition, FactoryTalk, or similar HMI/SCADA platforms.
  • Knowledge of industrial Ethernet networking and controls cybersecurity.
  • Experience developing reusable software standards and controls best practices.
  • Experience supporting multi-site deployments and retrofit projects.

Ideal Candidate

This position is well-suited for a hands-on controls engineer who enjoys solving real-world automation problems, working directly with operational systems, and developing standardized solutions that can be deployed across multiple facilities.

Employee Type:
Permanent

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