Automation Engineer-Drives and Controls

**Automation Engineer - Drives & Controls **(95-110K)

We have an Automation Engineer - Drives & Controls opportunity available with our established automated equipment manufacturing client near the Syracuse, NY area. This is a direct hire opportunity.

Compensation & Benefits

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• Attractive base salary + bonus plan

• Straight time pay for any hour worked over 45 in the work week

• Automatic 401K company contribution

• Comprehensive benefit package includes: medical, dental, vision, PTO, paid holidays etc.

Company Overview

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• Leading Custom Original Equipment Manufacturer
• Global Sales Approaching 500M
• 1,000+ Employees Worldwide

Your Role with the Company

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Controls Software Development

• PLC programming (Ladder Logic, Function Block Diagrams)
• HMI development
• PLC network architecture
• AC/DC drive configuration and legacy controls integration

Testing & Commissioning

• System testing and validation
• Machine startup and commissioning
• Remote and on-site troubleshooting and technical support

Engineering & Project Support- Technical documentation and reports

• Sales technical support and application studies
• Cross functional collaboration and customer interaction throughout project execution

Background Profile

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• BS in Engineering
• 3–5+ years of controls or automation engineering experience
• Experience programming Allen-Bradley and/or Siemens PLCs
• Strong knowledge of AC/DC drive systems and industrial control networks
• Experience with HMI development and supervisory control systems
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and industrial automation software
• Ability to travel approximately 30%, including domestic and occasional international travel