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Automation Engineer - Drives & Controls

Food Management Search
Syracuse, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 8/5/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/5/2026

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:

  • 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:

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

Your Role with the Company:

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: 

  • 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

 

Salary : $95,000 - $110,000

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