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Controls and Robotics Engineer

Liberty Personnel Services, Inc.
Kenilworth, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 3/26/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/11/2026
Job Details:

Controls and Robotics Engineer

Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Controls and Robotics Engineer with 3 years of experience designing, programming, commissioning, and optimizing high-speed automated manufacturing systems. This role requires deep hands-on expertise in industrial controls, robotics, and motion systems, with a strong focus on safety, reliability, and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate has a proven ability to deliver robust, safety-compliant automation solutions that maximize uptime and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).

Key Responsibilities

  • Program, commission, and support PLC-, HMI-, and SCADA-based automation systems for high-speed manufacturing environments
  • Integrate and optimize FANUC SCARA and 6-axis robotic systems, including coordination with PLC and motion platforms
  • Design, implement, and troubleshoot industrial control architectures, safety systems, and industrial networks
  • Develop and maintain motion control systems, servo drives, and VFD-based solutions
  • Support system optimization initiatives focused on uptime, performance, and manufacturing efficiency
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with manufacturing, mechanical, and quality teams to deliver end-to-end automation solutions
  • Provide technical documentation, system standards, and ongoing production support

Required Skills

  • PLCs & Controls: Allen-Bradley and Beckhoff PLCs; HMI and SCADA development
  • Industrial Networking: EtherNet/IP, Beckhoff ADS
  • Robotics: FANUC SCARA and 6-axis robots; Epson SCARA systems
  • Motion & Drives: Kinetix servo systems, PowerFlex VFDs, DC drives, multi-axis motion control
  • Programming: C, Visual Basic, SQL, Python
  • Automation Hardware: Vision systems, sensors, pneumatics, IO-Link, machine safety circuits
  • Data Acquisition: DAQ systems and sensor integration
  • Design Tools: AutoCAD, CAD/CAM
  • Manufacturing & Fabrication: CNC milling, laser cutting, 3D printing
  • Electronics & Prototyping: Wiring and harnessing, soldering, electronics assembly, Arduino, ESP32
  • Travel as needed.

Keywords: Robotics Engineer, Controls Engineer, Automation Integration, FANUC, KUKA, ABB, Yaskawa Motoman, Kawasaki, Universal, DENSO, Staubli, Omron Adept, Rockwell Family, Allen Bradley, Siemens, PLC Programming, HMI, SCADA, Motion Controls for Machine Integration.

To Apply:

Send your resume to steve@libertyjobs.com

Call or text Steve Moore at 484-567-2081

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I have other positions available across the USA. Controls Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Automation Systems Integration, Robotics Engineer.

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