Automation Engineer

Senior Automation Engineer

Location: Cleveland, Ohio

Compensation Range: $100,000 – $130,000

About the Opportunity:

A dynamic technology-driven manufacturing organization is searching for skilled Controls & Automation Engineer. This role involve partnering with cross-functional teams spanning software engineering, IT infrastructure, artificial intelligence, and automation to create and deploy sophisticated control solutions within high-tech production environments.

Primary Duties:

Work closely with diverse technical teams to deliver seamless automation integration

Architect and document the logic framework for control systems

Program and deploy PLC logic for bespoke automated production lines

Integrate and configure a variety of control devices: sensors, distributed I/O, motion controllers, safety circuits, vision systems, barcode scanners, and operator interfaces

Employ industrial networking standards (e.g., Modbus, Ethernet TCP/IP) for system connectivity

Participate in equipment commissioning, fault analysis, and ongoing optimization efforts

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in a relevant technical field (automation, electrical, mechanical, computer, or software engineering)

Eligibility to work in the United States

5+ years’ experience, including complex automation initiatives

Demonstrated expertise with Rockwell Automation PLC platforms

Proficiency in programming languages such as Structured Text, Function Block, and Sequential Function Charts

Broad experience with automation hardware and industrial interfaces

Understanding of industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, Ethernet TCP/IP)

Desired Skills:

Advanced degree in a relevant engineering discipline

In-depth experience with specific robotic automation systems

Familiarity with alternative PLC platforms (e.g., Productivity Suite, Automation Direct)

Knowledge of object-oriented programming concepts