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Automation Controls Engineer

ManpowerGroup
Cleveland, OH Full Time
POSTED ON 12/3/2025 CLOSED ON 1/25/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Automation Controls Engineer position at ManpowerGroup?

Responsible for designing, programming, maintaining, and troubleshooting PLC control systems in an aerospace investment casting manufacturing environment. A strong background in ladder logic programming is required, and experience with robotics (Fanuc and Kawasaki) and ignition programming is highly beneficial but not mandatory. The ideal candidate will contribute to the efficient operation, optimization, and continuous improvement of automated manufacturing systems. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance process efficiency, improve quality, and reduce costs.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, implement, and maintain automation systems to improve efficiency and consistency in the investment casting process.
  • Program, configure, troubleshoot, and improve robotic systems, PLCs, and other automated equipment to ensure efficient and reliable operations.
  • Diagnose and resolve issues related to PLC-controlled systems, sensors, motors, actuators, and other automated machinery.
  • Identify and implement improvements to automation systems to enhance efficiency, reduce downtime, and optimize production processes. Work closely with production teams to implement upgrades and process enhancements.
  • Collaborate with engineering, production, and maintenance teams to ensure seamless integration of automated systems.
  • Develop and maintain documentation, including system designs, programming files, and operating procedures.

If this is a role that interests you and you’d like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of:Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells

ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands – Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells – creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2022 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 13th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.

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