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About this role

Engineer – PLC, HMI & Robotic Automation Systems, Unique Robotic Systems

Power, Electrical Systems, Robotics | Stable, Growing Mid-West Company

Unique opportunity with an expanding automation & robotics systems company. Join a bright, collaborative engineering team working on new robotic system builds, advanced automation platforms, and modernization projects for essential‐industry customers.

Recession‐resistant industry, strong managerial support, and a commitment to using best‐of‐breed technology to deliver high‐reliability solutions.

About the Role

The PLC & Automation Controls Engineer will design, build, and optimize automation and robotic control systems within a small, dedicated engineering group.

This role focuses on new robotic system design, automation upgrades, and performance optimization. You’ll develop PLC logic, HMI interfaces, and networked control architectures that integrate seamlessly with robotic subsystems and electrical automation equipment.

You will report directly to the Engineering Manager.

Desired Skills / Experience

PLC & Automation Engineering

Hands‐on experience with PLC system design (siemens, A.B. or similar), programming, and troubleshooting; strong proficiency in Ladder Logic.
Ability to design control architectures for robotic cells, automated machinery, or motion‐centric systems.

HMI Development

Experience with HMI software including customization, configuration, and system connectivity.
Experience with Intellution (iFIX) or Wonderware (InTouch) is a plus.

Electrical Power & Systems Design

Ability to interpret OR design electro-mechanical schematics using Electrical AutoCAD.

Industrial Networking & Connectivity

Experience configuring and integrating industrial networks such as EtherNet/IP, Profinet, EtherCAT, Modbus RTU, CANopen, or similar.
Understanding of how robotic controllers, PLCs, HMIs, and peripheral devices communicate in a real‐time environment with movement and motion parameters.

Robotics Experience (Strong Plus Or Must be willing to learn)

Experience integrating or supporting robotic systems (industrial arms, gantry robots, mobile robots, or automated material‐handling systems).
Exposure to robotic programming, motion control, safety systems, or cell integration is highly desirable.
Experience designing automation systems for robot‐enabled production lines is a major advantage.

Professional Skills

Highly detail‐oriented with strong written and verbal communication skills.
Experience designing or building automation systems for external clients/customers is a plus.

Education