Automation Engineer

Southeastern Massachusetts | Food & Beverage Manufacturing

A leading food manufacturing company is seeking an Automation Controls Engineer to support and optimize automated production systems within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for PLC programming, controls troubleshooting, process improvements, and supporting plant-wide automation initiatives to maximize equipment reliability and production performance.

Schedule: 2nd Shift (2:00 PM - 10:00 PM)
Compensation: $100,000 - $110,000 Bonus
Location: Southeastern Massachusetts

• Program, troubleshoot, and maintain PLC-controlled manufacturing equipment.
• Support automation and control systems across production operations.
• Monitor equipment performance, machine faults, and process parameters to improve uptime and efficiency.
• Maintain and optimize FactoryTalk applications, databases, historians, and reporting systems.
• Develop and update electrical schematics, controls documentation, and as-built drawings.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements through automation, controls upgrades, and equipment optimization.
• Partner with maintenance teams to diagnose and resolve electrical, controls, and automation issues.
• Support preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Assist with capital projects, equipment installations, and commissioning efforts.
• Train operators and maintenance personnel on control systems and automated equipment.
• Work with outside vendors and contractors on automation-related projects.
  
  

• 5 years of experience in controls, automation, or manufacturing engineering within a production environment.
• Strong PLC programming and troubleshooting experience.
• Experience with HMI/SCADA systems and industrial automation platforms.
• Knowledge of electrical controls, instrumentation, and manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to read and develop control logic, electrical schematics, and process flow diagrams.
• Experience with data collection, reporting, and manufacturing performance metrics.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field preferred.
  
  

• Competitive base salary plus annual bonus opportunity.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Generous PTO and paid holidays.
• Tuition/Education Assistance Program.
• Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability coverage.
• Opportunity to join a stable, growing manufacturer with a strong commitment to operational excellence and continuous improvement.

If you're interested in learning more, please reach out for a confidential discussion.