Manager - Controls and Automation

Job Title: PLC Automation Engineer
Location: Reading, Pennsylvania
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In person
Schedule: Monday to Friday

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A leading manufacturing systems and process controls integrator is seeking PLC Automation Engineers to join a progressive and expanding organization with nationally recognized expertise in continuous fluid process automation for dairy, beverage, and food manufacturers. This is a unique opportunity to work on the entire life cycle of automation projects for small, medium, and Fortune 100 manufacturing clients.

• Create process description documents based on customer requirements.
• Use process descriptions, P&IDs, and electrical drawings to design automation system solutions.
• Develop PLC ladder logic applications for Allen Bradley/Rockwell Software PLC systems.
• Configure standalone and networked intelligent field devices (e.g., VFDs, flow meters, pressure transmitters).
• Perform integration tests to ensure proper communication and HMI screen response to PLC events.
• Travel to customer sites for system commissioning, installation, and training.
• Provide technical support and system upgrades.
  
  

• Two- or four-year degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, IT, or Math with programming coursework.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a related field.
• Proficiency in developing ladder logic programs using Rockwell Software.
• Working knowledge of PC hardware and industrial automation networking.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office for documentation and productivity.
  
  

• Ability to work in a project-oriented team environment (2-10 engineers).
• Ability to work independently after assignment.
• Desire to learn and use multiple programming languages.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Creativity, enthusiasm, and a "can-do" attitude.
• Dedication to excellence measured by customer satisfaction.
  
  

• Minimum of 4-6 weeks per year for commissioning and support (varies by project).
  
  

• Paid family health insurance
• 401(k)
• Dental and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
  
  

• Competitive and based on experience and education.
• Employment offers contingent on background check and/or drug screening.