What are the responsibilities and job description for the Automation Engineer position at Rise Technical?
Automation Engineer
$80,000 - $85,000 10% Bonus Training Career Advancement Medical, Dental, Vision PTO 401(k)
Scranton, PA (Commutable from: Pittston, Kingston, Wilkes-Barre, Clarks Summit, Carbondale, Honesdale)
Are you an Automation, Controls or PLC Engineer looking to join a highly automated manufacturing facility offering long-term stability, technical development, and career advancement?
This is an excellent opportunity to work with advanced production equipment, supporting automation systems across a large-scale manufacturing operation while receiving training on company-specific systems and processes.
The company is a global manufacturer with continued investment in automation, technology, and employee development. They offer long-term stability, technical training, and progression into more senior engineering and leadership roles over time.
This position would suit someone with PLC programming experience who enjoys a fast-paced manufacturing environment where you can significantly progress your career.
The Role:
- Program, troubleshoot, and optimize PLC-controlled automation systems (Allen Bradley)
- Respond to equipment breakdowns and perform troubleshooting across production lines
- Support continuous improvement initiatives and engineering projects
- Work closely with maintenance and electrical teams
- Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm
The Person:
- PLC programming experience (Allen Bradley preferred)
- Background in automation, controls, electrical engineering or industrial maintenance
- Experience within a manufacturing environment
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Salary : $80,000 - $85,000